Presents guidance for succeeding in the workplace, providing advice on creating a professional image, maintaining an optimistic attitude, and maximizing your relationships.
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Solid tips from an expert in the field on staying ahead of the competition. Studies have shown that 93 percent of what is believed about people in business is based upon visual messages, not on credentials or on the content of conversation. An invaluable resource in today's job market, How to Gain the Professional Edge, Second Edition helps readers answer a host of questions about behavior, attitude, and image to improve professionalism and open doors to advancement and career success.An expert in the field, author Susan Morem has completely updated this second edition, adding a new introduction and revising much of the text. The book has also been expanded to include six new chapters. New topics cover technology, networking, handling stress, speaking up, self-promoting, likeability, staying healthy, making a difference, and much more. Chapters include: Critical Impressions Do You Hear What You Are Not Saying? The Attitude Advantage Social Graces in Business Places Maximize Your Relationships Details Make a Difference You Are What You Wear Tune into Technology. Perfect for young readers entering the job market or workers wanting to hone their professionalism and advance their career, this informative book provides the tools, skills, and techniques to help people achieve their professional goals.
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