Career Advice Book "From Graduation To Corporation" Helps Upcoming High School/College Graduates

May 12, 2011 - PRLog -- High school and college students and upcoming grads (part of the group known as "Generation Y" and "The Millennials") think differently than their future bosses in the corporate, business, educational and professional worlds. The book "From Graduation To Corporation: The Practical Guide To Climbing The Corporate Ladder One Rung At A Time" (http://www.andyteach.com) -- by Andy Teach, a 30-year corporate veteran -- is a comprehensive guide to understanding their new work environment and narrowing the gap between their expectations and those of their supervisors.

"From Graduation To Corporation" was recently listed as one of the "Top Ten Books for High School Graduation Gifts-Books the Graduate Will Actually USE." "The guidebook that tells the 'unwritten' rules to achieving a successful career in a step-by-step method, this book also reminds us that nothing comes without effort and patience."-Associated content from Yahoo

Teach covers such topics as good vs. bad résumés, job search websites, job interviewing, dealing with difficult bosses and co-workers, social and professional networking websites, dress codes, staying organized, office romance, networking, standing up to the boss, how to ask for promotions and raises, and how to overcome the generation gap in the workplace. He lists 73 “Corporate Commandments,” including: be an initiator, accept constructive criticism, embrace change, maintain a positive attitude and a sense of humor, willingly work overtime, return phone calls and e-mails promptly, and remember that one of your main jobs is to make the boss's job easier.

"In recent years, I noticed how some members of Generation Y had a different attitude toward work that resulted in generational conflicts with their supervisors, and I wanted to write a book that would help them manage the generation gap better as well as help their bosses manage them better," Teach explains.

When it comes to getting a job in this tough job market, Teach says that "looking for a full-time job IS a full-time job." He also recommends that upcoming/recent graduates use specific keywords on their resumes/cover letters that match those of the job description, participate in as many informational interviews as possible, and conduct additional research on prospective employers by searching online for company/employer reviews.

Teach’s book has received critical acclaim from book reviewers, media and business professionals, and college students:

"I recommend this book as a 'must read' for college graduates as well as those who have been climbing the rungs of the ladder to success but not yet made it to the top."-book reviewer Bettie Corbin Tucker of bookreviewers.org

A Stanford University senior says, “Andy Teach's book provides deep insight into the inner workings of office life. Filled with humor and engaging anecdotes, this book provides a practical guide for any college student nervous about entering the corporate world. I would highly recommend this book as a resource to students who want to succeed in their future careers.”

Jack Roberts, radio show host at Cable Radio Network stated: "College students aiming for a good job after graduation need to get a copy of Andy Teach's book and read it. His book is a prerequisite for those entering the corporate workplace."

The Entry Level Careers Examiner at examiner.com cites the book as "Recommended Reading."

A Merrill Lynch Financial Advisor declares: "Following the advice in this book at the start of your career will give you a 'leg up' on your competition and co-workers."

Teach says: "In today's tough economic climate, two of the most important things for young people are obtaining a job and keeping a job. Finding ways to avoid conflict with bosses and older co-workers is key to staying employed when the economy forces bosses to lay someone off."

"From Graduation To Corporation" is available for purchase on amazon.com, authorhouse.com, barnesandnoble.com, and borders.com.

From Graduation to Corporation
ISBN-10: 1-4389-3063-1; ISBN-13: 978-1-4389-3063-3

About Author Andy Teach
Teach graduated from Rutgers College with B.A. degrees in Business Administration and Human Communications. He worked for two New York City advertising agencies and then worked at a major Los Angeles television and motion picture studio in the research department for over 20 years, earning six promotions: from research clerk to vice-president.

Teach has appeared as a guest and commentator on several radio programs. He has lectured at over 40 universities including Stanford University, the University of Miami, University of California, Santa Barbara, Princeton University, Loyola Marymount University, and the University of Tampa. He is a member of the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE), The Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (ATAS), and the National Speakers Association (NSA).

Additional information on the author and the book can be found on Twitter (andyteach), his LinkedIn profile, and on his website, http://www.andyteach.com.

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Andy Teach is a 30-year corporate veteran and the author of the career advice book entitled, "From Graduation to Corporation: The Practical Guide to Climbing the Corporate Ladder One Rung at a Time." He has given his career advice lecture (which is based on his book) at over 40 colleges and universities around the U.S.