Title: Your essential guide to career success /
Authors: Pantry, Sheila.; Griffiths, Peter, 1948 February 14-; Pantry, Sheila.
Publisher: Facet Pub.,
Year: 2003
Subjects: Library science Vocational guidance.; Library science Vocational guidance Great Britain.; Information science Vocational guidance.; Information science Vocational guidance Great Britain.
Abstract: This book is an essential read for any information professional eager to prosper in the library and information environment of the 21st century. It offers guidance on managing every stage of your career, whether you are a new entrant to the profession wishing to know how to get a foot on the ladder, an information professional in mid-career wishing to progress, or a candidate for a more senior position needing a view of the current state of the profession.
Contents: Foreword / Sue Hill -- 1. Scene setting: the challenges of today's employment market -- 2. Your master career plan, or, Do you have to kiss a lot of frogs to find a prince or princess? -- 3. Starting your career -- 4. Applying for a job -- 5. Next steps in your career, including promotion plans -- 6. Your successful interview -- 7. After the interview -- 8. Looking sideways ... and back -- 9. Other considerations in career planning -- 10. Career case studies -- App. 1. Typical questions on an application form -- App. 2. A possible CV for a library or information professional.