{"product_id":"trajectory-7-career-strategies-to-take-you-from-where-you-are-to-where-you-want-to-be-paperback","title":"Trajectory: 7 Career Strategies to Take You from Where You Are to Where You Want to Be - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eDavid Rooy Ph. D.\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCareer success has never happened overnight, but you can still be confident in your big-picture path to being successful. Trust the trajectory that has been laid out just for you!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eToo often, people focus on the short term-mere survival--because they remain caught between a fear of failure and a desire for instant success, which results in limited risk-taking but also limiting their opportunities. As much as they want to get ahead, they simply can't see how to get there. They don't see how their current position is not merely a dead-end trap but actually a springboard to their next position--or even the one after that.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBusiness author David Van Rooy wants you to know that the key is to have faith in your trajectory. He says that every person has their own career path--and this timely and refreshingly practical book presents seven strategies designed to help anyone create and manage theirs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eTrajectory\u003c\/em\u003e, you will discover how to: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMake the most of feedback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid stagnation and break through plateaus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAchieve growth through failure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMove to the front of the pack through persistence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContinuously develop both \"soft\" and \"hard\" professional skills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou don't need to start over! Just discover where you currently are on your career trajectory. From building relationships with mentors, to positioning (and repositioning) yourself for promotion, \u003cem\u003eTrajectory\u003c\/em\u003e provides the tools you need for a lifetime of advancement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCareer success doesn't happen overnight . . . and in a difficult economy, it can be easy to focus simply on having and keeping a job, rather than on how your current position can be a springboard to your next. \u003c\/p\u003e  Everyone has their own \"trajectory,\" or career path--what matters is how you take advan-tage of your skills and the possibilities around you. This essential guide provides the tools you need for a lifetime of fulfillment and success.   Are you limiting the risks you take and unwittingly limiting your opportunities? From building relationships with mentors to positioning (and repositioning) yourself to reach your potential, \u003ci\u003eTrajectory\u003c\/i\u003e shows you how to avoid stagnation and break through plateaus; continuously develop both \"soft\" and \"hard\" professional skills; move to the front of the pack through persistence; make the most of feedback; and even achieve growth through failure. Combining psychology with real-world, practical guidance, this book helps you take control of your career.   Praise for \u003ci\u003eTrajectory\u003c\/i\u003e   \"\u003ci\u003eTrajectory\u003c\/i\u003e provides you with proven advice to boost your career. This powerful and straightforward book is sure to motivate and guide you to maximize your potential.\"  -- \u003cb\u003eMarshall Goldsmith\u003c\/b\u003e, author of \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e and global bestseller \u003ci\u003eWhat Got You Here Won't Get You There\u003c\/i\u003e   \"Clear, practical, and insightful, Trajectory illuminates a smarter, more efficient route to success for leaders, employees, and entrepreneurs in any industry.\"  -- \u003cb\u003eShawn Achor\u003c\/b\u003e, New York Times bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eThe Happiness Advantage\u003c\/i\u003e and positive psychology researcher   \"Trajectory maps out a range of effective approaches for achieving career goals. If you're stuck about what to do or where to go, this is a thought-provoking read.\"  --\u003cb\u003eAdam Grant\u003c\/b\u003e, Wharton professor and bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eGive and Take\u003c\/i\u003e   \"As the HR leader of one of the world's most admired companies a prime focus of mine continues to be ensuring people develop meaningful and successful careers. The strategies in Trajectory will enable you to do just that. Consider this book essential reading if you are serious about owning and accelerating your career.\"  --\u003cb\u003eDavid Rodriguez\u003c\/b\u003e, Executive Vice President \u0026amp; Chief Human Resources Officer, Marriott International   \"Inspirational and achievable! Van Rooy combines science, history, and real-life examples in this powerful guide to fulfilling one's career destiny. Whether your goal is to find your own complete 'point of flow in career satisfaction' or achieve the highest levels in your field, Trajectory is a must-read to chart your path.\"  --\u003cb\u003eTom Waldron\u003c\/b\u003e, Senior Vice President, People, Walmart   \"Trajectory leaves you with tried and tested advice to advance your career. Whether you are just entering the job market or are already established at work, these timeless strategies will help you take control of your career to be more successful.\"  --\u003cb\u003eHon. Howard A. Schmidt\u003c\/b\u003e, former Cyber Advisor for President Bush and President Obama \u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDAVID L. VAN ROOY, Ph.D\u003c\/b\u003e., is Senior Director, International Human Resources Strategy and Operations at Walmart. In his prior role with the company he was responsible for the world's largest employee engagement and performance management programs. He is passionate about helping others grow their careers and for more than a decade has been responsible for the development of leading talent-management programs for some of the world's best companies, including Burger King and Marriott International. \u003c\/p\u003e  For more, visit www.liveyourtrajectory.com or go to:  @dlvanrooy  facebook.com\/liveyourtrajectory \n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 240\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.77 x 8.97 x 6.53 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e May 13, 2014\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43367358824583,"sku":"9780814433904","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/2623\/2711\/files\/FtNye2BUCz9780814433904.webp?v=1761267006","url":"https:\/\/booksby.splitshops.com\/products\/trajectory-7-career-strategies-to-take-you-from-where-you-are-to-where-you-want-to-be-paperback","provider":"Books by splitShops","version":"1.0","type":"link"}