Written in a practical, user-friendly style, this popular, brief, hands-on guide helps students of all ages master useful strategies and techniques for enhancing the lifelong process of career exploration and planning to maximize career satisfaction, stability, and success. Rather than teaching people how to write a résumé or prepare for a job interview, it helps them assess their interests, personality, skills, experiences, and values, and learn about the world of work in order to make effective career decisions. It first presents an overview of the current job market, and then addresses the importance of career exploration and planning throughout one's life.