Today’s college grads face a new set of challenges brought on by a sluggish job market, changing technology, and staggering amounts of debt. The rules have changed since their parents were in school, leaving young adults at a loss for advice that addresses their immediate concerns as well as the big-picture questions with which each generation of young adults must contend.
Life coach Ken Jedding has spent the past decade talking one-on-one with college students… More >>
#1 by Billy Shapiro on July 2, 2010 - 12:05 pm
It’s not every day, month, or year that we come across such smart, practical advice for getting our lives in gear. Jedding is like a new friend, someone who understands the confusion of confronting the choices we are called upon to make as we set out on our path. His approach is relaxed, building our confidence by making us clear about ourselves, the options we have, and the ways of avoiding or handling the challenges we will face. He makes the complex simple, with a an easy-going zen-like guidance that makes us stronger by reducing anxiety. It is possible to live our lives well, and Jedding shows us how.
Rating: 5 / 5
#2 by bridget3420 on July 2, 2010 - 1:33 pm
The stress affecting today’s youth is not the same as generations before. The biggest worry concerning most is the amount of debt they will be in. There are other concerns that are just as important, such as, how do know if I’m making the right career choice? Will I make enough money to pay back my loans? What can I do to make sure that I don’t end up sleeping on someone’s couch for the rest of my life?
Ken is a life coach who has some special insight for today’s young adults. He tackles the tough questions that keep college kids up at night. He’s funny, smart and likable. It’s obvious that he wants to help remove some unneeded stress and guide college bound students into the future. This would be the perfect graduation present.
Rating: 5 / 5
#3 by Melissa on July 2, 2010 - 2:04 pm
I found the book to be a great reference not only for college grads but for anyone just graduating high school. Some people will not go to college and need to get a job to live in these trying times. The information provided was practical, well written, and included real life scenarios of people struggling to get a job. The book will assist you in facing the challenges that await you. When I graduated in the 80’s, life was not as complex as it is today. I found my true passion as a nurse for over 25 years and I have never once regretted it.(reviewed by Eileen, Melissa’s Mom)
Rating: 5 / 5