Release date: November 2007
Do What You Love
Love What You Do
Excerpt: The most overwhelming question you will ever ask yourself is, "What do I want to do with my life?" but there is a better and much simpler question to ask. This chapter explains what that question is and why answering it truthfully can help you find your ideal job. You'll also learn how to set goals so you can land the job you want and live the life you desire.
An Enlightened Interview with Grad to Great co-author Anne Brown
How would you describe yourself in 5 words?
Sincere, Happy, Driven, Tenacious, Compassionate
What was the last book you read?
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows (Book 7)
If I were to walk into your home right now, what book would I see on your nightstand?
Various Sudoku books
How long did it take to write your book?
About 5 months
What are the top 3 things the reader can take away from it to apply to their life?
More important than making the right career choice, is making the right one at the right time. Understanding that authenticity in the workplace is just as important and vital to one’s career as it is in their personal life. Realizing that dealing with people effectively is a more valuable skill to have than knowing how to run any software or computer program.
What are your top three authors? JK Rowling, Bill Bryson, Lynda Weinman, and William Zinsser. Oops, that’s four. And name an author not living you'd like to chat over dinner with? Daphne du Maurier
Is there a certain spot - cafe, room in house, in your car, etc. - that ignites your creative juices?
The sunroom off of my bedroom.
Hardback of Paperback?
Paperback.
We're big on giving time and resources to those who can use the
boost up. What organizations, if any are close to your heart and
support?
Children’s Memorial Hospital in Chicago and the Lutherbrook Child and Adolescent Center in Addison, IL.
What is your favorite quote?
“All our dreams can come true – if we have the courage to pursue them.” Walt Disney
What's the easiest way to get into the 'flow'?
Write about what you know.
Whose life do you think will change because of your book?
Hopefully, anyone who is really struggling with the challenges of choosing and excelling at a career.
What inspired this book?
Over 22 jobs, crazy work experiences, and hundreds of coworkers.
Visit Grad to Great website.
----thank you Anne ----
About the Authors
Anne Brown (left) has a breadth of writing, technology and marketing experience. She is the Senior Web Producer at Sender LLC; a digital brand consultancy and design studio in Chicago, IL. She began her career as a television news writer for the NBC affiliate (WILX-10) in Lansing, MI. She has written news stories and commercials for NBC, ABC, CBS, and FOX affiliates. Over the years for various web design firms her clients have included: Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises, Marilyn Miglin, Classified Ventures LLC, the American Bar Association, and the 2002 Olympic Greek Bobsled Team. Anne earned her B.A. in English from Michigan State University. She received her MBA from Loyola University in Chicago, where she majored in Information Systems and Marketing. Anne is an alumnus of the Executive Scholar program at the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University. She is an active member of the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO).
Beth Zefo works for General Motors, leading the Labor Relations and Hourly Employment team, in Atlanta, GA. During the past 10 years, she has held various positions in several functional areas throughout the auto industry including: supply chain management, supplier quality engineering, new product launch, corporate communications, and personnel. Beth graduated from Michigan State University with a B.S. from the College of Engineering. She received her MBA from the Owen Graduate School of Management at Vanderbilt University.
