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Career Resources January 2026 |
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Art Work: On the Creative Life
by Sally Mann
A big and beautiful gift-worthy holiday art book (New York Times), this new bookby artist Sally Mann about the challenges and transcendent pleasures of the creative process, is now a New York Times bestseller.Erudite, frank, and funny. --Amor Towles, bestselling author of A Gentleman in Moscow and The Lincoln HighwayOffering a spellbinding mix of wild and illuminating stories, practical (and some impractical) advice, and life lessons, Art Work, by photographer and writer Sally Mann, is not to be missed.Written in the same direct, fearless, and occasionally outrageous tone of her bestselling memoir, Hold Still, this new book reaffirms Mann as a unique and resonant voice for our times and is destined to become a classic.Illustrated throughout with photographs, journal entries, and letters that bring immediacy and poignancy to the narrative, Art Work is full of thought-provoking insights about the hazards of early promise; the unpredictable role of luck; the value of work, work, work, and more hard work; the challenges of rejection and distraction; the importance of risk-taking; and the rewards of knowing why and when you say yes.In sparkling prose and thoughtfully juxtaposed visuals and ephemera, Art Work is a generous, provocative, and compulsively readable exploration of creativity by one of our most original thinkers.
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The Photo Hustle: An Insider Guide on How to Book Clients, Get Paid, and Master the Business of Photography (Starting a Photography Business)
by Karen Williams
Turn your passion for photography into a thriving business--learn how to take photos, get photography jobs, and build a career you love.Dreaming of making money with your camera? The Photo Hustle is your essential guide to starting a photography business and building a successful photography career from the ground up. Karen Williams shares insider tips on everything from choosing the right photography equipment to landing photography jobs and growing your photo business in today's competitive market.Insights and strategies abound in this detailed snapshot of the photography industry for newcomers. --Kirkus ReviewsWhether you're just learning how to take photos or ready to take your skills to the next level, this book covers all the essentials. Discover proven strategies for starting a photography business, marketing your services, and turning your passion into profit. With practical advice on how to make money with photography and real-world examples, you'll find the confidence and know-how to launch and sustain your own photography business.Inside, you'll find: Step-by-step guidance on starting photography business and building your brand. Tips for selecting and using photography equipment for every budget and style. Expert advice on finding photography jobs and growing your client base. Actionable strategies for marketing your photo business and maximizing your income.If you're ready to turn your love of photography into a rewarding career, The Photo Hustle is your go-to resource for mastering the business side of photography and making your creative dreams a reality.
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Pitch Craft: The Writer's Guide to Getting Agented, Published, and Paid
by Laura Goode
A practical, step-by-step guide to making a living as a writer that reveals the secrets of successful pitches, the best ways to connect with editors and agents, a slew of business and negotiation tips, and more from a Stanford writing teacher, published author, filmmaker, and podcaster--Provided by publisher.
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Find a Career That Fits You
by Leanne Currie McGhee
This book helps teens explore their passions, skills, and values to discover fulfilling career paths that align with who they are. Through career and education insights and real-world examples, it equips young readers with the tools to make confident decisions about their future.
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In Focus: Becoming a Digital Nomad Work doesn't have to be tied to place |
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If You Could Live Anywhere: The Surprising Importance of Place in a Work-From-Anywhere World
by Melody Warnick
These days, plenty of people can work from anywhere. So, if you can work from anywhere, does it really matter where you work? As Melody Warnick has found from personal experience, in some ways it matters more than ever. If You Could Live Anywhere examines the powerful relationship between how we work and where we live. With a light voice and easy-to-understand tips, Warnick helps the reader develop a location strategy that puts them in the right place, which can make all the difference to their career success, entrepreneurial dreams, financial life, and ultimately, their freedom to craft a life that doesn't revolve around work at all--
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The Nowhere Office: Reinventing Work and the Workplace of the Future
by Julia Hobsbawm
Analyzing the current remote-based workforce created by the pandemic, one of the foremost thinkers in business and organization voices the problems that beset work and advocates for using this moment to initiate the biggest transformational change in the workplace in a century.--
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The Everything Guide to Remote Work: The Ultimate Resource for Remote Employees, Hybrid Workers, and Digital Nomads
by Jill Duffy
During COVID-19, working from home became the new normal. Now, both employers and employees find that the remote work they were forced to adjust to may be, well, better-financially, sustainably, and even in terms of overall morale and productivity. But working from home is not without its challenges. It can be difficult to eliminate distractions, strike a solid work/life balance, and maintain social connections that are crucial in the workplace. Whether you're trying to find and land a job from the comfort of your home, learning to manage a virtual team, or dream of living a digital nomad lifestyle, The Everything Guide to Remote Work has everything you need to be successful. You'll learn to optimize your own workplace culture, whether it's in your home office or a constantly changing backdrop. So whether your company continues to work remotely full time or you only have to go to the office a few days a week, you'll be armed with all the tools you'll need to make the most out of this new lifestyle--
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Moving Abroad for Dummies
by Kristin M. Wilson
Moving Abroad For Dummies is for anyone contemplating pulling the trigger on moving out of their homeland for a short time or for good. Be it to enhance a career, retire more comfortably on savings, or find a culture that's a better fit for you, relocating abroad takes some planning to be done right. This book walks you through all the considerations and the steps you'll need to take to make it happen. Author Kristin Wilson is a relocation expert with over 20 years of experience both living abroad and helping hundreds of others do the same. In this confusion-clearing guide, she offers must-know information on planning a move, getting affairs in order before hitting the road, and settling into your new home.--
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