Opportunities in Publishing Careers, Revised Edition


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The Opportunities In . . . series is the world's most comprehensive career book series, covering a range of professions from acting to writing, and encompassing traditional and cutting-edge careers. Each book offers job seekers essential information about a variety of careers within each field and includes training and education requirements, salary statistics, and professional and Internet resources.




Career Opportunities in the Publishing Industry


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The publishing industry is an exciting field, offering a variety of jobs for both creative and business-minded people. With a new foreword by Mediabistro.com founder Laurel Touby, Career Opportunities in the Publishing Industry, Second Edition explores 90 jobs in such fields as writing, editing, design, printing, selling, publicity, advertising, marketing, and distribution. Three sections thoroughly cover newspaper publishing, magazine publishing, and book publishing, letting readers quickly discover the differences between careers in each segment of the industry. An Industry Outlook section guides readers through projected trends in publishing, and extensive appendixes offer useful Web sites, a listing of schools and associations, and other helpful sources of information.




Opportunities in Publishing Careers


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Describes career opportunities in publishing.




Making a Living Without a Job


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A guide to making money sans job offers insight-provoking interactive tests, self-evaluations, charts, and checklists, as well as numerous anecdotes about people who are successfully self-employed. “If you are ready to stretch your mind to the idea of making a living without a job, you’ll find plenty of encouragement and practical information here. Designing a lifestyle for yourself that nurtures and supports who you are and what you value won’t happen instantaneously, but this book will certainly make the process simpler and easier for you. Becoming joyfully jobless begins with a commitment to self-discovery, a curiosity about your potential, and a willingness to acquire the information and skills that will enhance your work. Your way will be unlike anyone else’s, although you will share a deep camaraderie with others on this path. Being your own boss is both heady and humbling, but it’s seldom boring.” —Barbara J. Winter, from the Introduction




Opportunities in Allied Health Careers, Revised Edition


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Provides an overview of the profession, discusses educational requirements, and includes information on salaries, responsibilities, and employment outlook.




The Career Book


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Instead of immediately focusing on what to do, the first section of the book (‘Principles’) asks detailed, probing questions about you. Knowing yourself and what makes you tick is the first step to getting the career you want. Using the unique ‘Ego Styles Theory’, which the author has used to great success with her own clients, the book can identify the ways in which you could be blocking your own success in life and career.




Great Jobs for Everyone 50 +, Updated Edition


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You can find profitable, fulfilling work after 50! Kerry Hannon's national bestseller, Great Jobs for Everyone 50+, has become the job-hunting bible for people in their forties, fifties, and beyond. With her no-nonsense style, Hannon shows where the opportunities are and how to get them. In this completely revised edition, Hannon offers twice as many jobs and brand-new material to market your skills in today’s job market, with expert tips on revamping a résumé, networking, interviewing like a pro, building a social media platform to stand out in the crowd, and much more. Whether you took early retirement, were laid off, are seeking a job that you will love, need supplemental income, or want to stay engaged and make a difference by giving back with your talents, Hannon’s book is an essential tool. The truth is that many companies are looking for candidates with your experience, expertise, and maturity. The trick is finding those employers—and going into your search with a positive attitude and realistic expectations. This completely updated Great Jobs shows you how to avoid common job-seeking mistakes and helps you find your ideal employment in today’s landscape.




Career Opportunities in the Publishing Industry


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Get the inside scoop on 90 jobs in the publishing industry with this updated guide. Praise for the previous hardcover edition: "...a great source for exploring career options in the publishing field...recommended..."—American Reference Books Annual "...another winner in the careers field...essential information....well-written...Recommended..."—Choice The publishing industry is an exciting field, offering a variety of jobs for both creative and business-minded people. With a new foreword by the founder of Mediabistro.com, Laurel Touby, Career Opportunities in the Publishing Industry, Second Edition explores 90 jobs in such fields as writing, editing, design, printing, selling, publicity, advertising, marketing, and distribution. Three sections thoroughly cover newspaper publishing, magazine publishing, and book publishing, letting readers quickly discover the differences between careers in each segment of the industry. An Industry Outlook section guides readers through projected trends in publishing, and extensive appendixes offer useful Web sites, a listing of schools and associations, and other helpful sources of information. New and updated career profiles include: Blogger Book designer Bookseller Editor Editorial assistant Literary agent New media director Online writer Photographer Reporter Sales manager Staff writer and more.




Careers in Publishing


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Reveals the variety of jobs within the field of publishing such as: writer, editor, publicist, illustrator, production manager, law researcher, freelancer, and more. This work provides salary statistics and descriptions of the work culture that paint a comprehensive picture of what to expect on the job.




The ECO Guide to Careers that Make a Difference


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ECO Guide immerses you in the strategies and tactics that leading edge professionals are using to tackle pressing problems and create innovative solutions.