About the Book

It’s the classic conundrum that faces college students, recent graduates, and young professionals: How do I get a job with no experience and how do I get experience without a job? In Getting from College to Career, Lindsey Pollak presents 90 things to do to build a great resume and gain excellent experience. From volunteering to becoming an EMT to subscribing to a daily newspaper, these insightful ideas will provide excellent guidance for recent graduates and those new to the workforce.

Critical Praise

“Perfect for today’s students, who inevitably want what they want (and only that!) when they want it.” — Campus Career Advisor

“A well-written, lively and easy to follow guide.” — Time.com

“Pollak’s thorough research reveals some startling facts that the modern job-searcher may be overlooking.” — Metro New York

“I find Lindsey’s advice on how to stand apart from the competition to be extremely valuable - especially as it relates to entrepreneurs…Getting From College to Career is a great read and a book I thoroughly enjoyed!” — Cari Sommer, Forbes.com

Product Details

• ISBN: 9780062069276
• ISBN 10: 0062069276
• Imprint: Harper Business
• On Sale: 01/31/2012
• Trimsize: 5.310 in (w) x 8.000 in (h) x 0.790 in (d)
• Pages: 352
• List Price: $17.99
• BISAC1 : EDUCATION / Counseling / Career Development
• BISAC2 : BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / Careers / General
• BISAC3 : BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / Careers / Job Hunting
• BISAC4 : BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / Personal Finance / Money Management
• BISAC5 : BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / Careers / Resumes