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Databases
The following library database provides information about careers and industries, as well as helpful tips for job hunting, such as resumes and cover letters.
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Ferguson's Career Guidance Center This link opens in a new window
A comprehensive resource for career exploration and educational planning. Includes profession profiles, school finder, career assessment, career profile videos, as well as sample résumés and cover letters.
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Peterson's Test & Career Prep This link opens in a new window
Combined resource to help users pursue higher education and employment. Career resources include résumé and cover letter builders, interview tips, and resources to help you find the right career. Test prep provides access to information on and practice tests for the GED, SAT, ACT, MCAT, PCAT, GRE, and more. Use the test prep resources to practice taking specialized tests for college, graduate school, the military or trade school. First-time users must register for a free account. First-time users must register for a free account.
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Searching for Books
For more books about exploring careers, use the following subject headings in the library catalog. Books in the second floor Reference Collection are for in-library-use only. Books in the third floor Circulating Collection may be checked out.
General Titles
Use the listed call numbers to locate books. Unless otherwise noted, books will be on the third floor of the Library and may be borrowed. eBooks are online books. Click the title and log in to read the book online. Log in with your Office 365 account if prompted.
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Am I Doing This Right? Foundations for a Successful Career and a Fulfilling Life
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Bound-for-Career Guidebook: A Student Guide to Career Exploration, Decision Making, and the Job Search
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The Career Arts: Making the Most of College, Credentials, and Connections
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Call Number: LB1027.8 .W55 2024 & eBook (click title) -
Career Challenges: Straight Talk About Achieving Success in the Technology-Driven, Post-COVID World of Work
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Call Number: HF5381 .B793 2022Helps the reader navigate the stages of the career development process by identifying the life-stage challenges she/he will face in a technology-driven, post-COVID world of work. -
The Career Code: Must-Know Rules for a Strategic, Stylish, and Self-Made Career
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Call Number: HF5386.K328 2016 & eBook (click title) -
Career Finder: Where to Go from Here for a Successful Future
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Call Number: HF5381 .H287 2021 & eBook (click title)This guide helps readers understand themselves and identify careers that align with their interests, strengths, and values. It offers strategies to overcome challenges, explore options, and make lasting changes toward a fulfilling work life. -
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Do What You Are: Discover the Perfect Career for You Through the Secrets of Personality Type
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Call Number: BF698.9.O3 T54 2021Finding a career path that you're passionate about can be difficult, but it doesn't have to be! With this bestselling guide, learn how to find a fulfilling career that fits your personality. -
Graduate to a Great Career: How Smart Students, New Graduates and Young Professionals Can Launch Brand You
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Launch Your Career: How Any Student Can Create Relationships with Professionals and Land the Jobs and Internships They Want
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Call Number: HD6276.5 .O54 2021 -
The New Rules of Work: The Modern Playbook for Navigating Your Career
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Call Number: HF5381.C398 2017. -
The Prepared Graduate: Find Your Dream Job, Live the Life You Want, and Step Into Your Purpose
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Call Number: HF5381 .A435 2022 & eBook (click title) -
This Working Life
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Call Number: HF5381 .L46 2022This book helps readers navigate their careers with courage, reflection, and self-care during uncertain times. It offers practical strategies to build resilience, harness strengths, and create meaningful work by learning from personal experiences and expert advice. -
What Color Is Your Parachute? A Practical Manual for Job-Hunters and Career-Changers
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Call Number: HF5382.7.B64 2018 -
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Your Personal Career Coach: Real-World Experiences for Early Career Success
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Call Number: HF5381 .N64 2020 & eBook (click title)
Specialized Career Paths
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"Practical Career Guides" series
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The Artist's Compass: The Complete Guide to Building a Life and a Living in the Performing Arts
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Call Number: PN1580.M55 2016 -
Becoming a Video Game Artist: From Portfolio Design to Landing the Job
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Call Number: N7433.83.P42 2017 -
The Best Jobs in the Music Industry: Straight Talk From Successful Music Pros
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So You Want to Work in Sports: Advice and Insights from Respected Sports Industry Leaders
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Call Number: GV734.3 .W42 2022 -
The Ultimate Freelancer's Guidebook: Learn How to: Land the Best Jobs, Build Your Brand, Be Your Own Boss
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Call Number: HD8036.B53 2016 -
The World's Your Stage: How Performing Artists Can Make a Living While Still Doing What They Love
Call Number: PN1580 .B35 2015 & eBook (click title)
Career/Workplace Advice for Specific Groups
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The Introvert's Complete Career Guide: From Landing a Job, to Surviving, Thriving, and Moving on Up
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Call Number: HF5382.693 .F56 2019 -
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Out of Uniform: Your Guide to a Successful Military-to-Civilian Career Transition
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Call Number: UB357.W64 2018
Professionalism/Business Etiquette
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Business Etiquette Made Easy: The Essential Guide to Professional Success
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Call Number: HF5389 .M45 2020 & eBook (click title) -
Corporate Survival Guide for Your Twenties: A Guide to Help You Navigate the Business World
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Call Number: HF5381 .B725 2016 -
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Excuse Me: The Survival Guide to Modern Business Etiquette
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Call Number: HF5387 .T476 2017 & eBook (click title) -
The Marvelous Millennial's Manual to Modern Manners: Professional Success and Happiness with the Help of Business Etiquette
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Call Number: HF5389 .M376 2019 & eBook (click title) -
Poised for Success: Mastering the Four Qualities That Distinguish Outstanding Professionals
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Call Number: HF5389.W485 2011 -
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The Simple Art of Business Etiquette: How to Rise to the Top by Playing Nice
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