"The Idealist Guide to Nonprofit Careers for First-time Job Seekers is a comprehensive resource for emerging professionals pursuing their first position in the nonprofit sector. Whether you are a current student, a recent graduate, or someone entering the workforce for the first time, this book will provide you with indispensable advice, relevant strategies, and nonprofit-specific resources to strengthen your job search. Written by nonprofit career experts, The Idealist Guide is designed to be easily accessible and convenient to read." -- Amazon.com viewed October 9, 2020.

The Idealist Guide to Nonprofit Careers for Sector Switchers is the comprehensive resource for transitioning professionals pursuing new career options in the nonprofit sector. Get indispensable advice, relevant strategies, and nonprofit-specific resources to strengthen your job search. Written by nonprofit career experts, The Idealist Guide is easily accessible and convenient to read. If you are a "mid-career transitioner," a "re-careerer," an "encore careerist," a "bridger," or a "sector switcher" this book is meant for you. Topics Include: - Why Nonprofit? - Myths and Facts About Nonprofits - Nonprofit Hiring Practices - The Challenge of Sector Switching - Self and Career Assessment - Networking Strategies - Evaluating Organizational Culture - Negotiating the Best Deal - Starting Your Own Nonprofit - Nonprofit Speak 101 Written by the staff of Idealist.org with guest sections by other nonprofit experts. Idealist.org is the leading organization in the field of nonprofit careers. Idealist.org runs the website where people and organizations can exchange resources and ideas, locate opportunities and supporters, and take steps to turn their good intentions into action.

FINALIST 2008 Book of the Year Awards, Career Category, ForeWord Magazine A must read for anyone hoping to launch a nonprofit career! Nonprofits need talented, creative people with all types of skills and experiences. The Nonprofit Career Guide will help you find the best opportunity for you and your interests. This hands-on guide is filled with practical advice from real people working at all levels of diverse nonprofits. In detailed profiles, you'll find out what their work is like, the career paths they followed, and what they look for when hiring new staff. Besides getting a sense of the scope and range of work opportunities, you'll find the most up-to-date information on how to: Prepare for a nonprofit career Conduct targeted job searches and network effectively Handle interviews with aplomb Write persuasive cover letters and stellar resumes Negotiate a competitive compensation package. With The Nonprofit Career Guide, you'll get the competitive edge you need to land a great first job and build a rewarding career in the nonprofit sector. Published by Fieldstone Alliance in collaboration with American Humanics.

"The Idealist Guide to Nonprofit Careers for First-time Job Seekers is a comprehensive resource for emerging professionals pursuing their first position in the nonprofit sector. Whether you are a current student, a recent graduate, or someone entering the workforce for the first time, this book will provide you with indispensable advice, relevant strategies, and nonprofit-specific resources to strengthen your job search. Written by nonprofit career experts, The Idealist Guide is designed to be easily accessible and convenient to read." -- Amazon.com viewed October 9, 2020.

Billed as the only job-search guide that focuses exclusively on public-policy careers, this book provides tips to getting jobs in the government, private sector, and media in the nation's capital.

A comprehensive resource for transitioning professionals pursuing new career options in the nonprofit sector. Topics include: why nonprofit; myths and facts about nonprofit; nonprofit hiring practices; the challenge of sector switching; self and career assessment; networking strategies; evaluating organizational culture; negotiating the best deal; starting your own nonprofit; nonprofit speak 101.

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Interested in a career in fundraising and/or philanthropy? This Vault guide covers the wide variety of jobs associated with the business of obtaining and giving money for charitable purposes, specifically with organizations and agencies that provide financial support to nonprofit s - foundations, corporations, and government agencies.

A practical guide to higher education addresses the specific challenges confronting gay, lesbian, bixsexual, and transgender students during their college career, covering such topics as how to select a college, dorm life, activism, health resources, support networks, and issues and resources for LGBT youth of color.