Full Description
Career Confusion explores why there is career confusion in today's professional world. By examining the sequence of events and transitions that formed the current professional and career landscape, Dr. Tracey Wilen aims to encourage and guide readers to navigate this new job market with tact and gumption. In reviewing prior revolutions in the United States economy and job landscape, insights unfold on how the past has led us all to today, and how we can prepare for the continuing changes that will shape tomorrow. Career Confusion looks at how transitions have created skills gaps, new training requirements for jobs, different requirements for individuals and firm leaders, and myriad effects on education and educators. The book also discusses career planning, talent management, and job pursuit in the modern world with suggestions on what can be done at each stage. Career Confusion is a must-read for students preparing to enter the professional realm, and professionals will find helpful tips and insights that will aid their career trajectory, no matter the industry or experience in their career.
Contents
List of Figures - John P. McGowan: Foreword - Introduction - Section I. Transitions and Continuous Change - The First Industrial Revolution in the United States - The Second Industrial Revolution - The Third Industrial Revolution - The Fourth Industrial Revolution - Section II. Forces Impacting Your Career and Employability - How Key Megatrends of Change Impact Organizations and Careers - Talent Shortage and the Skills Gap - Higher Education Prepares Students for Jobs, Careers, and Life - Section III. Career Planning—Preparing for Future Jobs and Careers - Shifting Organizations and Talent Management - Where Are the Jobs? - Career Planning for Individuals.
