Official Review: 33 Tools to Remake Your Career

mmm17 · Post by **mmm17** » 20 Sep 2020, 14:40

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "33 Tools to Remake Your Career" by Paul Gabriel Dionne.]

4 out of 4 stars

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I read that 33 Tools to Remake Your Career, written by Paul Gabriel Dionne, was a book for people who find themselves uninspired or unsatisfied with their careers, and it immediately appealed to me. I’m sure a lot of people can relate to it as well.

Dionne offers readers a useful toolkit to pursue a good career. Above all, the book is a roadmap on how readers should market themselves to land a worthy and fulfilling job. It has 33 chapters that encompass valuable pieces of advice related to building a successful career. Dionne dives into topics like writing an effective resume, networking, investigating potential employers, interviewing, switching jobs/industries, and hiring a career coach, among others.

What I most liked about this book is that it is highly practical. There are numerous personal stories and real-life examples; at the end of each chapter, there’s a recap and a to-do list. Although the book is primarily for those who are in the middle of a career crisis, I believe anyone can profit from it. For instance, the tips about crafting an effective resume are excellent; they are not the usual run-of-the-mill, common-sense suggestions. On the contrary, Dionne explores up-to-date ways to stand out to recruiters on the web, as well as database searches (a chapter called "Boolean Searches" is devoted to this). The author’s writing style is direct and refreshing, and reading the book was similar to talking to a highly competent mentor who knows the way around HR departments and practices. I thought this was amazing since career coaching is not the author's main occupation.

Additionally, the book includes examples from the coronavirus crisis, which I enjoyed. There are also references to several additional resources. For instance, there’s a very interesting chapter about keeping a personality folder, and it has several links to helpful assessments. There are also useful links to articles, online courses, and certifications. The author explains how to tweak a resume so that it will rise to the top of the stack. The tips on how to remove outdated skills and refresh titles to their modern versions were outstanding.

In closing, I gladly rate 33 Tools to Remake Your Career the highest rating: 4 out of 4 stars. It is a useful and timely title that seems to be professionally edited, and there is nothing I disliked about it. I believe that it will surely appeal to readers interested in tweaking their careers. If you intend to change your career path, you should take a look at it.

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derialist · Post by **derialist** » 25 Sep 2020, 03:45

I think that this is a vital book for anyone considering a career change with lots of useful pointers, but it's equally important to those that are launching a career, especially when you consider the topics that discuss writing a good resume, and standing out from the crowd of other job seekers.

RHD · Post by **RHD** » 25 Sep 2020, 06:44

I bet a lot of readers would relate to this one. Career issues have become a bit sensitive. Whether to specialize. Should one become a jack of all trades? Thanks for a review well done

25 Sep 2020, 07:58

I'm always on the lookout for practical ways to grow in terms of career. This book sounds enlightening. Thanks for the review.

AbbeylincolnSty · Post by **AbbeylincolnSty** » 25 Sep 2020, 08:59

This book would come in handy at a time like this. With many people having to hone their skills and get back to work. Reskilling is more important because a lot is changing, especially in areas relating to tech.

Dreamer80 · Post by **Dreamer80** » 25 Sep 2020, 10:34

The fact this book is so well written, and professionally edited is so alluring. A very captivating review written by you! thank you for this.

Ada Ling · Post by **Ada Ling** » 25 Sep 2020, 12:28

This book will be handy to many people. Thank you for the introduction!

Harty Muli · Post by **Harty Muli** » 26 Sep 2020, 03:52

I find myself uninspired by my career and I hope to read the book. I appreciate the valuable pieces of advise. Thanks for the review.

Tabbi+20 · Post by **Tabbi+20** » 27 Sep 2020, 10:43

Very timely resource applicable to job seekers.Thanks for the review.

Hazel Arnaiz · Post by **Hazel Arnaiz** » 27 Sep 2020, 18:34

It is nice to have a recap and to-do list at the end of each chapter. It is helpful in keeping goals on track. Thank you for the informative review.

Post by **Bertha Jackson** » 30 Sep 2020, 11:25

It sounds like this book makes some very good points on how to enhance your career. Thank you for the review.

86Booboo86 · Post by **86Booboo86** » 05 Oct 2020, 01:42

I can not wait to read to better myself for my future and also my children's future.

Nedbrian · Post by **Nedbrian** » 02 Nov 2020, 05:11

I need this at this point in my life as my career seems to be driven by whatever the day brings. Glad I read your review and would not hesitate to get this book asap