Pauline Charleston is one
of Australia's leading career transition practitioners, who
is able to provide practical and pragmatic solutions to individuals
who are going through a transition period in their careers.
To everyone's advantage she has been able to communicate all
of the positive direction she provides in person, to the written
page, without losing any of the energy or effectiveness she
brings to her face-to-face consultations. Her book is a fantastic
read for anyone who desires a broader understanding of change
and how it impacts upon our thoughts and actions. Mark
Burnicle, PeopleNet Pty Ltd.
In referring my clients to
this book, I know they will find the 'been there' experience
of the author believable and therefore encouraging, especially
as it is also the local employment market being talked about.
They appreciate the realistic yet supportive approach of this
book. The straightforward explanations of the hidden job market,
the section dealing with misconceptions and fears,and the
resources and networking information are also very important.
I also like the multitude of practical tips and breadth of
general job search information. Margaret Pullen,
career counsellor and psychologist.
I really enjoyed the workshop. It was extremely in-depth and
helpful. The topics covered were relevant and much of the
information was new to me and will be very useful. The handouts
were relevant and supported what was discussed in class. Leah,
Melbourne
I would like to thank you for your advice
and input which I found of great value. I have accepted the
role of project manager for a multi-million$ implementation
project with one of the major banks. It is an excellent opportunity
to further my career. Barry, Melbourne
Thank you for your great advice
and inspiration and for making me realise what I have been
doing wrong. Simone, Perth
Your experience in the field speaks
volumes. James, Melbourne
I wanted to thank you for your encouragement. I have been
struggling to find a suitable position, with limited success.
I’ve tried all three areas: newspapers, internet and
recruitment agencies. Now, I realise it’s not going
to fall into my lap, and it’s up to me to be proactive
– and now I know how to do it. Wendy, Bendigo
I really enjoyed your talk yesterday.
It was very informative and enlightening as I hadn't realised
that the untapped job market was so high. Although I have
been networking, as well as applying for advertised positions,
your book has given me new courage to chase the "dream
job" by approaching potential employers who haven't created
a vacancy yet. Thank you once again for writing your book. Christina, Melbourne
I found the course incredibly informative and insightful in
areas I lack knowledge of. Information I would never have
thought of in job searching was covered. All the topics were
important, interesting and useful. I wouldn’t change
anything in the course. Thank you, this has been helpful in
putting me ahead of other university graduates. Hayley,
Melbourne
I felt the course was very effective
and thorough. I gained a lot of valuable ideas which I will
be able to use in seeking a new position. I didn’t know
much about networking before the course and now feel a lot
more confident with how to do it and what to expect. Also
your book helped me to set out my resumé more effectively.
Overall, a great course and very informative. Penny, Melbourne
The hidden job market is simply too large to ignore. Bruce
Elder, The Sydney Morning Herald
This Australian book explains every
step of the complex and daunting process in great depth, moving
well beyond useful tips on writing resumes and cover letters
and preparing for interviews. It has easy-to-read and down-to-earth
guidance on finding a job for people who have a sense of what
work they want to do, but do not know how or where to find
it.
Wendy Taylor, careers journalist, The Age
Written by an accomplished Melbourne-based trainer in effective
job search strategies, this book contains all the advice that
experienced career coaches know that works for those in career
transition. Neatly packaged in 170 pages, plain-speak style
of writing, with excellent pros and cons analyses for many
of the recommended strategies. Paul Stevens, The Centre
for Worklife Counselling
Those of us working with clients who
are job-seeking know that the hidden job market is the quickest,
most effective way to find the right job. 'Tap the Hidden
Job Market' is the perfect way to get you going about it in
the right way. A gem for job-seekers! Sue Seawright, Careers
By Design and a Fellow of the Australian Association of Career
Counsellors.
A quality book to help those
looking for work … I congratulate you on writing what
I've found to be a very practical "reality check"
reference book for jobseekers. Donna, Melbourne
Just a quick note to say how much I
enjoyed your book. Our company provides training to employment
consultants who promote their clients to employers, and we
are constantly researching material. I found the book to be
very practical, and your considerable experience shines through. Linda, Brisbane
I happened to buy your book "How to Tap the Hidden Job
Market" and it was a great investment. I enjoyed reading
the book and believe me, it has increased my level of confidence
in a short time. I enjoyed the chapters on Networking and
Marketing … and have experimented with the telephone
tips - they are really an eye opener . Once again let me thank
you for this wonderful book. Raj, Sydney
I have recently been made redundant
and your book has been a huge inspiration. You have my admiration! Suzana, Sydney
I wanted to thank you for such an inspiring book - it stands
out in the crowd and has kept me feeling positive and focused.
I've recommended it to my circle of expatriate friends. Mariella,
Melbourne
I recently purchased your new book 'Tap
into the hidden job market' and have read it cover to cover.
I have to say it is a job hunting resource that no one should
be without. It was as if you had written the book we ME in
mind. Glenise, Brisbane
Many thanks for your book ... I am up to page 31 only so far
but am reassured by the empathetic tone and good sense without
the ra ra hype that doesn't sit well with me and some employers
I've approached in the past. Judy, Melbourne
Subject: Re: Your fabulous and inspiring
book!
…….. I absolutely loved the book - it was so ME.
…….. congratulations on it and I’m looking
forward to reading your next one. Johanna, Bunbury
I saw you on Bert Newton’s show probably a year and
a half ago now and I had to buy your book. I have highlighted
and written on nearly all the pages and I truly believe it
has made a huge impact on my happiness and success in finding
and obtaining the jobs I’ve sought … Thankyou
once again, I have had a lot of success and I have you to
thank. Holly, Townsville
I find it a new fresh approach, from
within Australia, and in line with some of the strategies
I am promoting amongst my students … highly readable
and useful to have in print. Patrick, Melbourne
Congratulations on a terrific and practical publication. …Your
thoughts on networking in particular will be of great assistance
and interest to our students. Jane, Melbourne
I've read every word of the book and
I've learned heaps about the realities of job searching in
the (post)modern era. Your personal experiences on both sides
of the job market 'fence' make it a really practical, sensible
guide, and your writing style is particularly accessible.
… The book is perfect for anyone looking to market or
reinvent themselves in today's changing career scene. Erica,
Melbourne
Thank you for your strong support, hand work and dedication
to obtaining such consistent and excellent results with our
(promotional publication). Each time the publication, we notice
the improvement from previous issues. It’s obvious to
us that your editorial guidance and co-ordination of these
projects has made them run much more smoothly. It will continue
to be a pleasure working in conjunction with you in the future. Ray, Melbourne
Pauline presented a very comprehensive
course. There was an extensive range of topics, all provided
with excellent detail and examples. Informative and thorough
notes provided good references. Pauline was adaptable to the
group’s needs and responded well to all questions. Overal
excellent course content and delivery. Highly recommended. Peter, Albury
