(New Edition) Change can be pretty scary. Whether we're dissatisfied with our job, facing a redundancy or an organizational restructure, career challenges are inevitable. Yet when they hit they can leave us confused, anxious, fearful and stressed. This emotional roller coaster can erode our self-confidence and create confusion about what to do next. Because our careers have a greater impact on our lives than ever before, it's very unusual for any of us to go through a career transition without experiencing several other challenges in our lives as well. Many of us who experience a job loss or redundancy, may, at the same time, also have to deal with the stress of a separation or divorce, or are new parents or have ailing relatives to take care of while, at the same time, needing to look for a new role. Navigating Career Crossroads shows you how to manage multiple stressors, identify stress triggers, deal with uncertainty and anxiety about change. You will learn how to confidently take a new direction, with practical, actionable advice to help you land your dream position. You'll learn how to craft an attention-grabbing resume, how to expand your career network, how to work with recruiters, and how to dazzle your new employer through the interview process. For career success follow these steps: CONFIDENTLY manage change - ASSESS what makes you tick - RESUMES and marketing communication - EXPRESS your brand - EXPLORE job search strategies - RELATE your value at interviews - STRATEGIES for career success. Confidently regain control of your life and career so you can conduct an effective job search and successfully transition into your new role.