What Color Is Your Parachute?

Hey there,

The holiday season is here, which means time to dust off those “I swear I’ll read it soon” books.
And speaking of reading… have you ever picked up What Color Is Your Parachute? by Richard Nelson Bolles?

Let me spill a little tea: this book is not your average job-hunting guide. It’s basically the cheat code for understanding your strengths, getting clear on what you actually want, and owning your job search—especially if you’re an HR pro eyeing your next move.

And don’t worry, I’m not about to assign you homework. I pulled five quick, powerful takeaways that’ll help you step confidently into your next role.

Let’s go.

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