Books published by publisher Kogan Page

Designed to help the school or job leaver overcome the daunting experience of being interviewed for employment, this practical guide explains how to predict what will happen during an interview, how to answer and ask the appropriate questions effectively, and how to create the right impression. It includes case studies and illustrative examples which allow the reader to rehearse for an interview in advance. The text covers various interview situations, such as job applications, performance appraisals, promotion and negotiating for salary increases.

'School-leavers with those all-important life decisions looming will find a wealth of practical information about the world of work, training and higher education.'- Evening StandardFirmly established as the key guide to help students make decisions about their future, this book has the full support and marketing back up of The Times newspaper. With practical advice on: education options - including vocational training and academic education the world of work - practice recruitment tests, application and interview techniques, training and work experience gap years - travelling, working abroad, coming home practical issues - accommodation, debt and equal opportunities useful contact details for training bodies, recruitment specialists, courses and associations.With mini case studies illustrating how other students have adapted to life after school, What Next After School is a must-have for anyone facing this daunting period.(What Next after School was previously published as The School Leaver's Handbook and What Next)