The Career Guide Book for Engineers

John A. Hoschette

Wiley, May 25, 2010 - Business & Economics - 500 pages

The Engineer's Career GuideJohn A. HoschetteThe complete, one-stop career resource guide for engineers, engineering managers, and human resources personnelEvery engineer needs strong career-planning strategies in order to survive and get ahead in corporate America. Whether you are a recent graduate, mid-career, or looking ahead to retirement, The Engineer's Career Guide offers proven, commonsense advice for navigating all stages of your engineering career.Packed with real-world tips supported by actual work experiences and examples,this book gives you step-by-step guidance in handling a multitude of career issues.The author draws upon more than three decades of experience to cover every aspect of an engineer's career, helping you build the skills you need to:Develop a career plan that leads to successSuccessfully transition from university to industry ahead of your peersImprove your job performance and stand out from your peersDeal with difficult people at work, from supervisors to coworkersNegotiate a raise or promotionRecover from a career setback or job lossGet on the fast track for advancementManage your finances throughout your careerPlan for your retirementLearn how corporate America operates and promotes engineersThe Engineer's Career Guide is an excellent resource for any practicing engineer or engineering student who is interested in getting ahead in corporate America.

About the author

John A. Hoschette is a Technical Director with Lockheed Martin in Eagan, Minnesota. He has also worked with other world-class organizations such as Northrop Grumman, Honeywell, and?Loral. Mr. Hoschette has helped more than 5,000 engineers enhance and advance their career development. Additionally, he is a senior member of the IEEE, the author of more than sixty published papers, and adjunct professor at several universities. He is also the author of Career Advancement and Survival for Engineers (Wiley).

Bibliographic information

• Title: The Career Guide Book for Engineers
• Author: John A. Hoschette
• Publisher: Wiley, 2010
• ISBN: 0470530162, 9780470530160
• Length: 500 pages
• Subjects: Business & Economics / Careers / General; Technology & Engineering / Engineering (General)