Introduction: An invitation -- An opaque profession: special challenges -- Knowing who you are: your "work personality" and your "best fit" -- Developing your brand: the professional image -- Looking for a job: tips and tricks -- Creating your story: crafting a compelling resume -- Knowing where you want to go: plan ... but let chance have a chance! -- Navigating organizational culture: understanding politics -- Winning support: "selling" proposals with the business case approach -- Making the leap to a managerial role: being the boss -- Resilience at work: coping when things get tough -- About the money -- Passing it on: collegial support or mentoring -- Our colleagues speak: career snapshots -- Jill and Ulla speak: our professional journeys
Summary
The definitive guide to developing and managing a successful career in the information profession. The book gives the reader a set of tools and techniques to secure a stronger career, build an effective brand and succeed as professionals
