Jobhunting Books at WCL

Whatever brings someone to the point of seeking a new position, Wellington City Libraries has many job-hunting resources that may assist.

Updated June 25, 2024
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Career remix
Brown, Damon
Paper Book
Bestselling author, start-up founder, and business and life coach offers real-world solutions and methods for using existing skills and resources for changing careers, managing transitions, and thriving in the current job market. In the era of surprises, here may be...
The career change guide : five steps to finding your dream job
Schofield, Rachel
Paper Book
Get your brain into gear and equip yourself with the tools to become a committed career redesigner. Reflect on your greatest strengths and skills to identify what motivates you, and get clarity on what meaningful, satisfying work looks like for you. Practical, thought-provoking...
The new rules for job hunting : changing jobs in a changing world
O'Neil, Tom
Paper Book
Discover how you can stand out from the competition and receive more job opportunities and better value job offers than ever before. 'The New Rules for Job Hunting' will help you to discover and identify personal key career highlights and assist in marketing your skills to potential employers. With...
What color is your parachute? : your guide to a lifetime of meaningful work and career success
Bolles, Richard Nelson
Paper Book
The groundbreaking, indispensable guide to rewarding work and a fulfilling life-more than ten million copies sold! For more than fifty years, What Color Is Your Parachute? has transformed the way people think about job hunting. Whether searching for that first position,...
Get that job : interviews : how to keep your head and land your ideal job
Paper Book
The ultimate guide to preparing for the interview process, maintaining focus, handling difficult questions, and maximizing your chances of landing that dream job. Whether you're a school leaver, a recent graduate, an established professional on the move, or someone looking to...
Pivot : the art and science of reinventing your career and life
Markel, Adam
Paper Book
Public speaker, transformative teacher, and CEO of Peak Potentials, Adam Markel has been inspiring people to find their best work for years. Now, for the first time, he presents his practical program for people who are looking to reinvent themselves. Here's how to "get in touch with your real...
Rethink your career : in your 40s, 50s and 60s
Maxwell, Joanna
Paper Book
How to reinvent your career - and work for as long as you want<...
Coming back : how to win the job you want when you've lost the job you need
Germer, Fawn
Paper Book
One of Entrepreneur's "8 Books You Should Read for a Successful 2021." "Bestselling author and four-time Pulitzer Prize-nominee Fawn Germer offers advice about how to present yourself in the best possible way and make sure you stay relevant and...
HBR guide to changing your career
Paper Book
Your next act starts now. You're ready for something new, but it's hard to start over. Just the idea of trading the security you have now for the unknown or throwing away the education and time you've invested in your current career can plunge you into a swirl of indecision and...
Ultimate job search : master the art of finding your ideal job, getting an interview and networking
Williams, Lynn
Paper Book
Do you want to find your ideal job? Do you need to be able to prepare an excellent CV, answer tough interview questions and impress prospective employers? A 'one-stop shop' for all job hunters, this 5th edition of Ultimate Job Search takes the stress out of job hunting and provides...
How to write an impressive CV & cover letter : a comprehensive guide for jobseekers
Whitmore, Tracey
Paper Book
Your CV, cover letter and LinkedIn profile are your first communication with a prospective employer. As the job market is more competitive than ever, grabbing an employer's attention and making the right first impression has never been more important. If you compromise on the quality of your CV,...

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