Book Description

A comprehensive learning resource that helps readers develop the skills they need to further their careers. Written directly for students and graduates in an accessible style it is designed to be a core textbook for the wide range of career and employability related modules.

It is based on the author's extensive experience in developing, co-ordinating and teaching numerous accredited career development and enterprise modules for over a decade.

Steve Rook's inspiring approach divides the career journey into manageable steps and helps students and graduates navigate each stage, from deciding that they want to gaining work experience, networking effectively, conducting a job hunt, writing a knock out CV, impressing at interview and getting the job. It includes:
- Guidance-based exercises to help reflect on personal strengths and find opportunities that are a great match
- Useful and inspirational case studies from students, graduates and employers
- Sections on social media, entrepreneurship, and starting your own business
The third edition will be updated to take account of the changes in working practices which have arisen as a result of Covid, namely, the uptick in remote and hybrid working and the increased use of AI and digital technology within the recruitment process.
It will feature additional guidance for international students and postgraduate students, who will benefit from resources which are specifically tailored to their experiences and situations.
The book also encourages students to think about how privilege and prejudice can affect the experience of recruitment and employment for many groups of people. The aim is to increase support for students and graduates who face significant additional hurdles in navigating the experience of applying for jobs and starting employment.
The Graduate Career Guidebook will help readers understand their specific career planning needs and guide them towards a successful career planning strategy.