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Welcome to the communication-intensive Fifth Wave where achievement is more than just graduating from a good school and obtaining a set of skills. In an era where information travels and technology spreads almost instantaneously, the next frontier is about us, not the external forces that we often blame for our own lack of achievement. Great strides and advantages in competitive business are now attained through self-knowledge, available to everyone regardless of your skills or education.

"You're hired!" If these are words you're longing to hear, listen to this. Kiplinger's no-nonsense, hands-on guide will help you develop a job campaign strategy and land a job that meets your criteria. You'll learn about every step of the search, from deciding what kind of work you're suited for, to marketing yourself, to interviewing for first place, to making the final decision. These are tactics that work - and will have you working, too!

Sick of working your way to the top? America's most popular humorist, Dave Barry, shows you the alternate route, giving you tools to become the head of a major corporation in roughly a week. His surefire tips, from what shirt to wear to how to deal with pesky subordinates, will keep you laughing all the way up the corporate ladder.