Creating the Work You Love: Courage, Commitment, and Career

by Rick Jarow

In this unique and provocative look at work, career counselor Rick Jarow argues for a return to the concept of vocation--finding a "calling" instead of a job.

Traditional career guides inventory the individual skills, talents, and abilities that correlate to specific existing jobs. Creating the Work You Love presents a unique alternative approach, using self-reflective exercises based on the seven chakras, to help you determine the elements you need to create a life filled with meaning and purpose.

Jarow believes that it is possible to live and act from the most authentic part of oursleves, and to express our strongest values, energies, and talents through our work in the world. Concentrating on the attributes associated with each of the body's energy centers, or chakras, Dr. Jarow helps us form a bridge between our personal priorities and the external activities of the work world. Once this bridge is established, strategies are developed to find a career that nourishes all aspects of our lives.

Genres: Business

216 pages, Paperback

First published November 1, 1995

Reviews

[Carroll]

Was a bit far out there for me. Not really what I expected.

[Lasette]

Much more grounded and practical than most self-help books, I would recommend this book over anything written by Jan Cicero any day. The advice given is well researched and well thought-out. This is not just another 'you can manifest the life of your dreams just by thinking positive' book- it is a step by step guide on how to alter the way you think about work and life to acheive greater success, balance, and happiness.

So why only three stars? Unfortunately this book is a little dated at this point. A lot of Rick Jarow's analysis about the state of the world is stuck in the mid 1990s. He is highly critical and slightly extremist at times. I would love to see an updated version of this book for the modern world, but I fear what Mr. Jarow would have to say about Milenials and about the state of the world today!

[Marcin Kozakowski]

This book includes many practical and helpful exercises and experiences that helped me to get in contact with my authentic self. Author shares his wisdom which I found very supportive in the process of creating my life from inside out.

[Emma]

well, hannah and claire, looks like all three of us are doing a little soul searching. or job searching.

[Julie]

I love his scholarly writing style and critiques! A thought-provoking book, even if some people may find it a bit "out there."

[Robbin]

This is the best "what do I want to do when I grow up" book I have ever read.

[Lisa Wright]

The tapes are much better. Although a relatively short book, this was a hard read. Seemed to jump around a lot and not get to the point. Disappointing.

[Pennie]

Definitely not a fast read. There were some great gems in this book though!