How They Did It: Pathways to Amazing Jobs

Geared towards grades 7 through college, this short features four real-life young professionals who offer information about the steps they took to achieve their current career goals. Pediatrician Sasha Gaglani decided early on that she wanted to be a doctor, tailoring her courses and internships to her chosen field, with an eye towards staying close to home and family. A composer of advertising spots, musician Gene Back relies on freelance assignments for his livelihood, which affords some flexibility but also carries the inevitability of rejection. A web editor for Harper's Bazaar, Chrissy Rutherford is basically on call at all times in order to quickly report on current events and trends. And investment manager Ted Shuey acknowledges that his work as a bond trader requires that he live in major financial hubs, but he enjoys networking and learning from coworkers. Topics covered include college experiences (including how a broader degree may help a person fine-tune their goals down the road), finding career services resources, and pros and cons of various jobs, along with other helpful advice. Also featuring a PDF teacher's guide with activities, fact sheets, and learning objectives, this info-packed career guidance title is recommended. Aud: J, H, C, P. (J. Williams-Wood)