When you’re new to the workforce, ambition and talent aren’t enough – getting on the fast track to success requires much more.

If you’re a recent college graduate or new hire, Effective Immediately shows you how to excel at your first job and jump-start your career.

As an up-and-coming professional, you’ll learn how to transform yourself from entry-level employee into skilled, invaluable all-star during your first year on the job.
 
You’ll also learn how to:

Establish yourself as a top performer from day one

Use every task – even grunt work – as an opportunity to shine

Earn the respect of your boss, colleagues, and clients

Cope with conflict, mistakes, and toxic coworkers

Land key assignments and gain greater responsibility

Manage projects and lead teams like a pro

Packed with practical advice, useful resources, and wisdom from former newbies, this savvy handbook gives you the tools, knowledge, and confidence you need to reach your highest potential at work.

PRAISE FOR EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY

“It would be useful for college presidents to hand out Effective Immediately to their students along with the diplomas.”

Philadelphia Inquirer

“This book is filled with invaluable wisdom from authors who have led and inspired others. It’s that increasingly rare book–written with respect for our time with brevity, energy, and wit. What more could a reader ask for?”

Harry Beckwith, bestselling author of Selling the Invisible and You, Inc.

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“An essential resource for young professionals that bridges the gap between what you don’t  learn in college–and what you need to succeed on the job.”

Gaston Caperton, president, the College Board (creator of the SAT® and Advanced Placement Program®)

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“The perfect gift to help college graduates launch a successful career.”     

Brad Smith, President and Chief Executive Officer, Intuit

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“Effective Immediately tells it the way it is. Written in a way that young professionals will recognize and respect, this book offers dozens of practical lessons on getting ahead–agenda-free–in your first job out of college. Grads will learn a lot and have a few good laughs in the process.”

 Alexandra Levit, author of New Job, New You and They Don’t Teach Corporate in College

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“A no-nonsense guide to finding your place in the world and maintaining a powerful presence at work that yields extraordinary results and keeps you ahead of the pack.” 

Dan Schawbel, personal branding expert and author of Me 2.0

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