People are Idiots and I can Prove It!

People are Idiots and I can Prove it by Larry Winget

What was this book about?
Ever complained about something in your life not going well? Your business? Your weight? Money? Your children? Life in general?

This book is designed to help you take charge of those things. Larry Winget (the author) realizes some things are out of your control - but that generally speaking we make our lives. So if you want to be something or have something - do something about it. Stop sabotaging everything you do.

What did you think about the book?
If you aren't ready for an in your face, blunt style of writing then this isn't the book for you. In some cases (for me at least) this didn't hurt my feelings but instead told me outright some of the things that I probably already know - but don't think about. It made me want to do better - stop moaning about what was wrong and instead do something about it.

For me - the book was especially "funny" - because I felt like much of it was being read by my father (in fact I probably will pass this book on to him). Some of the things that Larry talks about are those kinda common sense things that my dad always tells me. Stop complaining that you don't have enough money - do something about it. Stop complaining that you aren't thin enough - do something about it. Stop just following the masses.

I have yet to do the real book involved in reading this book - actually making the lists the author wants me to. Which to the author probably means that I don't really want to change. But I think either way this is a nice step forward.

So if you want an interesting book that will keep you entertained with family stories and the truth, meanwhile teaching and motivating you to move your life forward in the direction that you want it to go in - this is the book for you!

What genre would you consider this?
Self Help

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Question for You!
What do you want to change about yourself?

Five Steps to C.A.L.M. (Career and Life Managment)

Five Steps to C.A.L.M. (Career and Life Managment) by Robert Patterson Sr.

What was this book about?

This books gives anyone looking for a job the steps that you need to complete in order to get that job. It starts by having you look at what is it that you really want to do. It isn't about getting any job - but about getting a life fulfilling career.

It includes checklists, examples of resumes and cover letters, charts and examples of where to go to find out more information.

It isn't just a book you read - but more of a guide to get you started on your career plan.

What did you think about the book?
I will admit that I picked this book not for me -but for my husband who is actually in the process of starting his "career". He has a position but his recent graduation has forced him into finding his career.

It is a scary process looking for a job. It really is a lot about preparation and how you compose yourself. Qualifications get you in the door while the rest get you the actual job.

So for me I liked this book a lot. It had practical tips and was a quick read. I have looked at many job interview preparation books and haven't found anything quite like this. It isn't going to give you the top 100 questions you will get asked in an interview but instead focus on did you research the company? How are you composing yourself? Did you write a cover letter? Once you get the job how do you negotiate salaries?

The only thing that I (a computer junkie at heart) felt was missing was a section on the internet. I agree that networking is important - I don't know that if I was researching a company I would go to the library - I would first try a million internet sites. A library might be a better resource and we all know you can't believe everything you read on the internet but I also don't have to get out of my p.j.'s to do it.

I would definitely recommend this for anyone in your life who is starting their career exploration. It truly is as much about you - as the job that you are applying for.

What genre would you consider this?
Careers

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Question for You!
What tips do you have for someone looking for a job?