Refining Rust: A guide for the underdog who doesn't know how to start

It is hard to be an outsider looking in when you're starting to navigate the unwritten rules of the social dynamics and relationships of professional life. It's especially hard when you're an outsider who simply does not know how or where to start or what it is you're supposed to do in these new situations. It's really, really hard to do when you've grown up in poverty or come from difficult circumstances that separate you even more from the people you are now interacting with. Jennifer's been there. But here's that silver lining on the cloud that's been hanging over your head: your struggle is your strength. Your struggle is your strength because it gave you tools to take you from where you are to where you want to go. This book teaches you how. From domestic violence shelter and couch surfing to homeowner, and from high school dropout to becoming a judge, Jennifer Stergion has faced challenges, just like you. With this book, Jennifer teaches you how to overcome your struggles and barriers to success to help you enter, with confidence, places and spaces you didn't think possible. This is a book for the new or aspiring professional who is working their ass off to not just break into professional life, but to not just belong in that space, but to feel a sense of belonging in that space. Entering new professional and academic spaces is especially hard when you don't have the tools to find your path forward. This book helps you navigate your social relationship path to a successful professional life. This book is designed for first generation students, persons overcoming neglect or poverty as well as the people working hard to break color and gender glass ceilings to enter spaces that have been traditionally closed off to people like them. Using interviews and insights, this is the book Jennifer wished she had when she needed it most. This book contains stories and wisdom collected from business leaders, politicians, community activists, entrepreneurs, lawyers, medical professionals, mechanics and so many more in the rust belt City of Buffalo and around the world. It’s broken down into the growth stages of a professional, from a practical and emotive point of view. Part motivational speech and part guidebook, it combines theoretical knowledge, applied information and personal narratives to show you that you can and will “get there" with wisdom from those who have.
ASIN: B0CY8NHRDT
VSKU: BVV.B0CY8NHRDT.G
Condition: Good
Author/Artist:Stergion, Jennifer
Binding: Paperback
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Condition Notes: The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.