From First Job to Career by Steven Zhou
From First Job to Career is an anthology that weaves together inspiring first-job stories from people across diverse industries and backgrounds, offering career seekers of all ages the chance to connect with relatable experiences and hard-earned wisdom. This collection reveals the different paths people take in shaping their careers and serves as a resource for readers to identify with and learn from others' journeys. Paired with a comprehensive review of research in vocational psychology and career counseling, the book distills key principles and provides actionable resources for navigating the job search and building a meaningful career.
Stephen Zhou is an assistant professor of psychology at Claremont McKenna College, where he researches and teaches on quantitative methods, leadership studies, and careers and vocation. He completed his PhD in organizational psychology at George Mason University, during which time he published twenty-one articles, obtained $40,000 in research funding, and taught six undergraduate courses. He also has several years of corporate experience in nonprofit management, human resources, and data analytics. Graziella Pagliarulo McCarron, Ph.D. is an Associate Professor of Leadership Studies and a Higher Education program faculty member at George Mason University. As a scholar-practitioner, she has 20+ years of experience in spaces including student development; college access; adult/returning, and/or first-generation learner support; workforce development; and mattering-focused pedagogy.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781009376976 |
| ISBN 10 | 1009376977 |
| Title | From First Job to Career |
| Author | Steven Zhou |
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| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Cambridge University Press |
| Year published | 2025-07-31 |
| Number of pages | 283 |
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