Summary:
Chapter One of “What color is my parachute” looks at the job market from a very different perspective. Bolles points out while jobs are being lost there are always jobs being created and in turn vacancies due to various reasons. The First chapter of “what color is my parachute" helps one realize that there are jobs out there, you just have to know how and where to look for them.
Chapter two introduces the reader into the most critical part that seems to be the theme for this book. Bolles asks the reader to look within yourself and ask yourself what truly makes you happy. The purpose of chapter two is to get the reader to begin the process of self evaluation. Bolles sends a clear message that in order to become an effective job hunter, one has to be motivated about the job they are pursuing. The key motivator for job hunting should be the desire of landing that job that embodies your passion and dreams.
Exercise Reaction
In chapter two, Bolles ask some general question in order to help narrow down the confusing question of what is my passion. Bolles provides nine broad categories and asks you to choose one that would best describes the “footprint” you want to leave in this world. While reading through the categories the one that jumped out at me was the category "Mind." This reflects my interest in providing knowledge for others. This small exercise has helped me narrow down a list of career choices and has allowed me to become a bit more focused.
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