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Public Relations, (510) 304-2411,
Selected Publications
e-Books
Finding Your Work, a Survival Guide for
Tough Times, March 2003, Alternative
FUTURES Press
Finding Your Work is a collection of articles and essays
that identify and explain the fundamentals of maintaining your career
health in difficult
economic times. A must read for those who are unemployed, suspect they
may soon become unemployed, or are contemplating making major changes
in their careers.
Excerpt:
Life is a stage, and you need to know your script, especially
if you would rather not be up there networking in the first place. The
script
includes your personal story, i.e., who you are, what you are doing and
why. It includes a quick overview of your background and your interests.
And it includes a broad statement of your goals and objectives. Always
keep your story simple and your goals focused. Use everyday language.
Your story should NOT sound canned or forced. It should also not sound
like an advertisement. Present it in an informative and humble way. Make
it part of the conversation and try to make it interesting.
Making it Work, the Road from Crisis to Success, March 2003, Alternative
FUTURES Press
Making It Work is a rich and moving account of career crises,
navigating the difficult process of change and achieving personal, and
professional
transformation. Eloquently written, these compelling stories are all
true accounts of the remarkable achievements of Clay Parsons’ clients.
A "must read" for those of us who need to be inspired and know
that career success is really possible.
Excerpt:
Ian and I worked together for almost eight months. His hard
work paid off. Ian now works as a regional manager for a nonprofit
Bay Area organization
with extensive real estate holdings, including apartments and townhouses.
He serves primarily low- and moderate-income clients. Many are elderly
and a large percentage has recently been homeless. He helps them
get off the street, find shelter, and start to rebuild their lives. His
work is now making a tremendous difference. All of his co-workers
share his
values, and he is making more money than he was in his old job. Despite
the long hours, he loves it!
Career Bites, Quick Tips
to Turn your Career Around, March 2003, Alternative FUTURES Press Career
Bites is a sometimes funny, sometimes serious collection of compelling
wisdom drawn from Clay’s years of experience working with career
clients. Pulling no punches, Career Bites attacks some of the most important
life and work issues of our time. A must read for those of us who want
to know what’s it all about. Bon appetite! Excerpt:
If you are looking for a job, there is one sure fire way to
determine If you are fully prepared. Ask yourself this question. Would
I hire myself?
Be absolutely honest in answering. Most likely you will answer "yes,
but…." Write down those "buts," and take the time
to correct any deficiencies and make yourself more marketable.
Take a
class in a new computer program at the local university to add to your
skills. Take a class in job search techniques from a local career
nonprofit. Start attending professional association social functions
to broaden your network. Do whatever it takes to make your answer an
unequivocal "yes!" Then start your job search campaign in
earnest.
Assessment
(Testing) Instrument
“
Career Related Issues Assessment Instrument, (CRI) A Career Counseling
Assessment (testing) Instrument,” 1996. Users include SF State
University, JFKU, FortyPlus and hundreds of private career and personal
counselors.
Recent Articles (each available at www.AlternativeFUTURES.com)
“How to get Your Career Unstuck”
“Over Forty and Looking for Work”
“
A Quick Course in Finding the Right Job “
“
Finding Your Real Work “ |
