Oxford, MA, April 07, 2008 --(
PR.com)-- With nearly three million students headed for graduation and a recession looming, the Class of 2008 needs every advantage it can get to become the leaders of tomorrow in our fast-paced, 21st century e-world.
Dave Bedard is an entrepreneur who has gone back to school. After over twenty years building a successful family business, he now devotes much of his time giving back to students the life lessons he’s learned. An active board member at Worcester State College (Worcester, MA) and the Junior Achievement board, Bedard has seen first hand what students lack in spite of all the time and money spent on their education.
“My work on campus made me realize that today's students fear what's next. They have all this education to prepare them, yet they are uncertain of their ability to go out and make their way in the world.”In this book, Bedard offers Twelve 'Lessons' to assist in honing the skills required to "make it in the work world." Through the Lessons that include 21st Century Leadership, Communication Skills, as well as Entrepreneurship and Overcoming Obstacles, the reader is served up a mix of memorable stories, profiles of successful people and sage advice to make their transition smoother.
In his chapter on Branding, the author offers a significant value in helping students properly position themselves for greater success. In addition to the ‘Lessons,’ the book provides a Resource Guide filled with tips on Resume’ writing, Interviewing and the top online websites to find a job. Bedard offers:
“If we can build a bridge of belief...a glimpse of what the world is looking for from them, then perhaps, they will believe in themselves enough to go out with a healthy self-esteem and make the world a better place.”
“Recession or no recession, these students represent our best and brightest. Although they are but twenty percent of the population, they are one hundred percent of our future. We need to help them put their best foot forward and continue to put one in front of the other until they are living their dreams. This still is the Land of Opportunity.”
Filled with real-life stories and encouraging words of wisdom, this Guide is destined to become a graduation gift classic and constant companion for those looking to become the architects of their own rich, fulfilling journey. The book is available at http://www.amazon.com/ or www.barnesandnoble.com.
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