Choosing A Vocation

by Frank Parsons

Choosing A Vocation is a book written by Frank Parsons in 1909. The book is a comprehensive guide for individuals who are looking to choose a career or vocation. Parsons, who was a social reformer and career counselor, believed that people should choose a career that aligns with their interests, skills, and values. The book covers a wide range of topics related to vocational guidance, including the importance of self-analysis, the exploration of different career options, and the development of a career plan. The author emphasizes the need for individuals to have a clear understanding of their strengths and weaknesses, as well as their personal and professional goals. Parsons also provides practical advice on how to research different career paths, including the importance of networking, informational interviews, and job shadowing. The book includes a series of exercises and assessments that readers can use to identify their interests, skills, and values. Overall, Choosing A Vocation is a valuable resource for anyone who is seeking guidance on how to choose a career that is fulfilling and aligned with their personal and professional aspirations. The book's timeless insights and practical advice continue to be relevant today, making it a must-read for anyone who is considering a career change or starting their professional journey.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

174 pages, Hardcover

First published June 1, 2008

Reviews

[Mad · Rating 3 out of 5]

Though this text was written a long time ago, some of its ideas remain useful today. For example, the need for society to value human resources and career development processes. Furthermore, the author highlights the need for a holistic plan for life, not solely focusing on career/income, or just health, but various elements such as a good character.

The author conveys that foundation skills and planning are essential for building a successful and enjoyable career to devote a life to, rather than just 'drifting'.

The author's statement that 'there is really no time of life when eise counsel and expert assistance are more needful than in the transition from school to the new life of labour' (p. 101) remains relevant.

[Carlos Cobertizo · Rating 4 out of 5]

"La vida puede ser moldeada bajo cualquier forma concebible. Dime los detalles que desees para un perro o para un hombre y si me cedes el control del medio en que se mueven y tiempo suficiente, vestiré tus sueños con carne y hueso. Un sistema industrial razonable tratará de situar a los hombres, a los árboles, a la piedra y al acero en el sitio más adecuado para sus naturalezas y los pulirá con el mismo cuidado que otorga a los relojes, a las dinamos eléctricas y a las locomotoras con el fin de que lleven a cabo un servicio eficiente."

[Asim Bakhshi · Rating 3 out of 5]

I am highly critical of the idea of data driven career counseling, but this is the seminal work in this tradition with interesting insights into how a completely mechanization of human beings into factors of production may work, that too, well concealed to feel like a benevolent undertaking.

[Philip · Rating 4 out of 5]

The book was originally published in 1909, and despite being more than one hundred years old, it offers a generous portion of insights into the process of cultivating a character. The strong part of the book is the decisive tone of its author. There is an abundance of books on self-improvement, it's easy to get disoriented in a variety of methods, visions, applications, examples, good practices, etc. The book is the example of authenticity of the self-improvement literature. It has the old school original spirit of the cult of responsibility, self-reliance, and self-education, not just suggestions, because the books like that were written by the pioneers. The book emphasizes the significance of career choice and good standards of verbal communication. It will certainly help you dig out your way from a low wage, a surviving hell job, or an unemployment gutter. If you are in the middle of developing your career and educating your own work ethic, this is a powerful book for you, just because of its spirit.

[Rimme Mendoza filosopo]

Lovely! :) got to read this for an assignment. :)