The Go-Getter Girl's Guide: Get What You Want in Work and Life (and Look Great While You're at It)
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| Rating | : | 4.47 (732 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 031255575X |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 256 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-04-09 |
| Language | : | English |
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Magic? No, it's about strategizing--and The Go-Getter Girl's Guide shows you how.Born out of interviews with hundreds of successful, stylish young women--including award-winning journalist Soledad O'Brien, Spanx founder Sara Blakely, and bestselling novelist Emily Giffin--TheGo-Getter Girl's Guide provides a no-excuses, big-picture way of thinking about your life and career, as well as day-to-day strategies for how to:- Navigate the tricky terrain of office politics - Find and use a mentor- Figure out when it's time to get a new job (or career)-and have the courage to act- Dress (and groom!) for succ
while working as a full time senior editor for Atlanta magazine. She lives in Atlanta with her husband.. A graduate of Harvard University and Georgia State College of Law, Debra Shigley is a journalist who completed her J.D. She has appeared as a lifestyle expert on such national television programs as ABC's The View and TBS's Movie and a Makeover and has written for numerous publications, including Allure, Fast Company, Daily Candy<
"practical, but also very close minded" according to Amazon Customer. I liked the book. However, some of the advice in it seemed like it was talking at you instead of helping you learn to think like it wanted you to. Also, the idea that someone has a drawer full of "supplies" will be considered a go getter girl wasn't exactly what i was looking for. I was looking for a better way to think positively and help work on things like help with fashion and those ideas i didn't seem to find in here. I do like some of the practical aspects when dealing with people's perceptions etc.. Wonderful guide for work and life I bought this book as I was preparing to start a new job and I'm so glad that I did! All of the advice Debra Shigley offers is down to earth and practical enough to remember and use every day. "Twenty-One Pieces of Office Attire Every GGG Needs in Her Closet" - my new job was a promotion and the thing that worried me most about it was how I should dress. This was my shopping list, and it helped me to buy everything I needed for my new position. With the right clothes I can focus on my work without giving a second thought to how pulled together I look. Every other topic she . MUST HAVE resource for ambitious women! Rosalyn This book does not disappoint! A combination of practical advice and real-life stories from savvy successful women make this guide a unique and unduplicated resource for the Go-Getter Girl in everyone. Debra Shigley outlines everything from finding the perfect suit jacket and negotiating a raise to making the most out of your next job interview or networking event. She also includes an entire section on beauty advice and self-care, which sets this book apart from all the rest! If you are a woman striving for the top, meet your next go-to guide!
Frankel, Ph.D., author of Nice Girls Don't Get the Corner Office“Take the work place by storm! A fun step-by-step primer for getting everything you want out of your career. If you have ambition, this book will give you the confidence and tools to go out and make your dreams happen.” Bonnie Fuller, former editorial director of American Media“A fast and fun read for the busy on-the-go girl who is looking for her 'must do' tips for success!” Keri Glassman, Early Show nutrition contributor and Women’s Health columnist. “A must read for savvy women everywhere. With her keen understanding of today's working girl, Debra explain