WHAT COLOR IS YOUR PARACHUTE? FOR TEENS - 4TH EDITION

This updated career guide for teens draws on the principles of What Color Is Your Parachute? to help high school and college students identify their skills and interests and find their perfect major or career.

What Color Is Your Parachute? is the best-selling career book in the world, with millions of devotees who recognize the brand as the top source of advice on career and life goals. The previous editions of this book for teens have sold 150,000 copies.

Planning for a career early is even more important in this tough job market. When young people identify their interests and passions early in life, they can make informed decisions on what additional schooling or experiences make sense for their chosen field. With fresh updates on the specific challenges of today's job-market, this new edition features activities and advice on informational interviewing, social media, internships, and more. Most important, it's packed with big-picture advice that will set readers up to land the job that's perfect for who they are--and who they want to be.

Updates to the fourth edition include the following:
- In the Parachute Exercise, an all new section that covers abilities (and helps students figure out what theirs are)
- Current information regarding social media use and how best to use the internet to find work
- New info about diversity in the workplace (how to find inclusive companies to work for)
- Interviewing if you have a disability
- Updated research on the best ways to find work
- More information on applying for and attending trade schools or licensing programs
- New information on how to create a compelling resume
- New appendix for parents, a parent checklist resource so they can help keep students on track with their career search

Carol Christen is a career strategist who has worked extensively with teenagers and young adults. She lives with her husband in Butte, Montana.