What Color Is Your Parachute? by Richard Nelson Bolles
What's the deal with What Color Is Your Parachute? by Richard Nelson Bolles? Why does everyone rave about how great it is, and how helpful it is? What makes it the best-selling job/career book in the world?I bought a copy when I was a senior in college, and I maybe I just wasn't diligent enough, but I didn't get anything out of it. E recently bought a new one because two different people independently told him that the book changed their lives and opened their eyes to a fulfilling and happy life. But he's more than halfway through it and I'm not sure there's going to be a big epiphany at the end for him. He's about to quit his job of eight years for a career change, and knowing what he wants to do next would be a big help.
Can anyone share their experiences with this book? Any helpful insights on how to use it, or what E should expect to gain from it?
What Color Is Your Parachute? by Richard Nelson Bolles
posted by Renee at 7:33 PM
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I remember having a copy after I graduated from college, but for the life of me can't remember a darn thing in it. And somewhere along the way, I got rid of it so it must not have been terribly helpful. I'm trying to get my boyfriend to quit his job -- he's constantly miserable -- but like E doesn't know what he wants to do next. I've noticed that most books like these merely point out the obvious -- like how to network or write thank you notes after an interview. Not much help. But is there anything that is?
I read a copy in '97 and like you I was left wondering what the big deal was...
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