Duration:
Self-study or classroom training
Description:
The 50-Minute Manager Series was designed to cover critical business and professional development topics in the shortest time possible. Our easy-to-read,
easy-to-understand format can be used for self-study or classroom training, or even office training. With a wealth of hands-on exercises, the 50-Minute
books keep you engaged and help you retain critical skills.
In this age of mergers, acquisitions, downsizing, and golden handshakes, you need a "Plan B" for keeping your job skills sharp and yourself marketable.
Exercises, case studies, and checklists will help you be prepared to proactively approach a career change.
Table of Contents:
Part 1: Life Goals Come First
Tie Your Hopes to a Bigger Star
Your Life Goals
Life Goal Profiles
Life Goals and a Plan B
Part 2: Plan B and the Winds of Change
What Is a Plan B?
The Winds of Change
Winds That Could Blow Your Job Away
Reduction of Full-Time Positions
Plan B Begins with a Philosophy
Having a Plan A, B, C and D
Part 3: The Seven-Step Strategy
Step 1: Commit Yourself
Step 2: Do Better at Your Present Job
Step 3: Learn More from Where You Are
Step 4: Improve Your Present Skills
Step 5: Back to School? Self-Instruction? Both?
Step 6: Creative Networking: Get Started Today
Step 7: Have Plan--Will Travel
Part 4: Misconceptions About Having a Plan B
Myths About an Alternative Growth Program
Why So Many Individuals Never Develop a Plan B
The Intrigue of Secrecy
Part 5: Launching Your Plan
A Model to Guide You
Plan B Worksheets
Maintenance Ideas!
Common Mistakes
Self-Quiz
Author's Suggested Answers to Cases
Appendix 1: Rate Your Current Job-Getting Skills
Appendix 2: Using the Plan B Approach to Win the Right Part-Time Retirement Job