Crush Your Career
Ace the Interview, Land the Job, and Launch Your Future
About
A rewarding career doesn't just happen. It's built, step by step, opportunity by opportunity, decision by decision. But how do you know what steps to take, what opportunities to pursue, and what decisions to make?
After more than three decades leading teams and coaching staff members, Dee Ann Turner knows what it takes to build a fulfilling career. In this practical, hands-on book, she reveals the secrets of how to
· find a job
· prepare for an interview
· conquer the first 90 days
· manage work relationships
· overcome mistakes
· add value to your team
· and so much more
In a competitive job market, you need concrete, field-tested advice to help you ace the interview, land the job, and launch a career you love. That's exactly what Crush Your Career delivers.
Insider secrets for building a career you'll love
"Ready to crush your career? Then dive into the pages of Dee Ann Turner's newest book and allow her to guide you from landing the job of your dreams to building a career you love. Crush Your Career is full of stories and counsel that will help you navigate your career path no matter where you are right now."--Jon Acuff, New York Times bestselling author of Finish and Soundtracks
"In ten engaging and practical chapters, each full of insights and examples, Turner provides advice to help readers see and build careers that foster character and provide more joy in their lives. I recommend it to the young and the not-so-young alike; anyone seeking more fulfilment in their work will find something helpful in this book."--Amy C. Edmondson, professor at Harvard Business School and author of The Fearless Organization
"I vividly remember my awkward first months on the job as a young leader in three different fields: law, radio, and ministry. I so wish I'd had this book then. Dee Ann Turner has written a superbly practical and deeply helpful manual that should be required reading for every young leader. She should know, having developed and trained one of the most respected and admired workforces on the planet."--Carey Nieuwhof, leadership author and podcaster
"Your job is a platform for your work, your calling, the things God made you for. Dee Ann Turner has dedicated her life to helping others find their purpose. Thank you, Dee Ann, for Crush Your Career, an encouraging road map leading to truly fulfilling work!"--Dr. Crawford W. Loritts Jr., author of Leadership as an Identity and senior pastor of Fellowship Bible Church, Roswell, Georgia
"The one secret that contributed to my career more than anything else? A few invested mentors who believed in me and helped me take the next step. Dee Ann Turner has been one of those mentors. And through Crush Your Career, she is that mentor for you too. Pull up a seat and get ready to take a lot of notes. You're on your way toward the career you've always dreamed of."--Michele Cushatt, chief training officer of Michael Hyatt & Company, author, and speaker
Endorsements
"Ready to crush your career? Then dive into the pages of Dee Ann Turner's newest book and allow her to guide you from landing the job of your dreams to building a career you love. Crush Your Career is full of stories and counsel that will help you navigate your career path no matter where you are right now."
Jon Acuff, New York Times bestselling author of Finish and Soundtracks
"Quoting Jackie Robinson's remarkably simple but powerful idea 'A life is not important except for the impact it has on other lives,' Turner asks us to think about work through the lens of impact. In ten engaging and practical chapters, each full of insights and examples, she provides advice to help readers see and build careers that foster character and provide more joy in their lives. I recommend it to the young and the not-so-young alike; anyone seeking more fulfilment in their work will find something helpful in this book."
Amy C. Edmondson, professor at Harvard Business School and author of The Fearless Organization: Creating Psychological Safety in the Workplace for Learning, Innovation, and Growth
"I vividly remember my awkward first months on the job as a young leader in three different fields: law, radio, and ministry. I so wish I'd had this book then. Dee Ann Turner has written a superbly practical and deeply helpful manual that should be required reading for every young leader. She should know, having developed and trained one of the most respected and admired workforces on the planet."
Carey Nieuwhof, leadership author and podcaster
"Jobs are important because they enable us to make a living. But as Dr. Tim Elmore points out, work is bigger than a job: work is about purpose. Your job is a platform for your work, your calling, the things God made you for. Dee Ann Turner has dedicated her life to helping others find their purpose. Thank you, Dee Ann, for Crush Your Career, an encouraging road map leading to truly fulfilling work!"
Dr. Crawford W. Loritts Jr., author of Leadership as an Identity and senior pastor of Fellowship Bible Church, Roswell, Georgia
"I'm often asked how I ended up where I am. Although I'd love to tell you some fantastic story about overnight success, the truth is much less glamorous, involving some mistakes, a lot of hard work, and a bit of chance. But the one secret that contributed to my career more than anything else? A few invested mentors who believed in me and helped me take the next step. Dee Ann Turner has been one of those mentors. And through Crush Your Career, she is that mentor for you too. Pull up a seat and get ready to take a lot of notes. You're on your way toward the career you've always dreamed of."
Michele Cushatt, chief training officer of Michael Hyatt & Company, author, and speaker
"This is a must-read guide to getting a job, keeping a job, and growing your career, yourself, and your role no matter where you work or what you do. This book is ideal for anybody starting, reinventing, or trying to supercharge their career going forward. Stay strong, get stronger, and crush your career with Dee Ann's help."
Bruce Tulgan, bestselling author of The Art of Being Indispensable at Work and many other books and chairman of RainmakerThinking, Inc.
"In her newest release, Dee Ann Turner has produced the holy grail of information for young adults seeking real success in the business world. Crush Your Career is a complete and enjoyable guide to each individual process that produces long-term professional fulfillment. In an area of life so important to so many, this book is in a category of one!"
Andy Andrews, New York Times bestselling author of The Traveler's Gift and The Noticer series
"Dee Ann has succeeded where so many career books have failed: she has written something that is both extremely practical and a genuine joy to read! If you can't trust the woman who built Chick-fil-A's best-in-class hiring processes for career advice, who can you trust? I can't recommend this book highly enough."
Jordan Raynor, national bestselling author of Called to Create and Master of One
"In a rapidly changing world, it's becoming tougher than ever to land a good job and navigate a career that connects your God-given talents, skills, and passions with work that matters. In Crush Your Career, Dee Ann Turner delivers timeless and tested principles that worked in her long career. They can work for you too if you are willing to learn and then use these principles as you navigate work and career opportunities. Wherever you are in your journey, this book is valuable guidance, encouragement, and wisdom to move you forward!"
B. Lynn Chastain, senior vice-president and general counsel of Chick-fil-A, Inc. (Retired)
"As I tell most fellow authors, 'be a painkiller with your book and focus on those pain points you're trying to alleviate.' Dee Ann does just that, and she's hitting a generation with tactical guidance to more effectively pursue their next job. I tell many young people today that 'life should be a ruthless pursuit of passions, but we have to hone our strategies for finding our next job.' What's amazing is Dee Ann Turner does just that while borrowing from her background of building one of the most famous and sought-after cultures in corporate America at Chick-fil-A. This should be mandatory reading for all budding executives."
Chris Tuff, national bestselling author of The Millennial Whisperer and partner at 22Squared
"I can't think of anyone I'd rather have as a guide in my career journey than Dee Ann Turner. Crush Your Career reads like you're sitting across the table from a trusted friend and mentor. With stories that both inspire and challenge and with very practical steps to help you navigate the next step you're facing, this book will equip you with the confidence to do just what it promises."
Jenni Catron, founder of the 4Sight Group and author of The 4 Dimensions of Extraordinary Leadership
"Dee Ann Turner selected some of the best talent in the restaurant business during her three decades at Chick-fil-A. Now she teaches talent how to launch and grow a career. Our leadership team loved her previous book, Bet on Talent. Our staff is going to love Crush Your Career! If you are ready to crush yours, this book is for you!"
Chris Carneal, founder and CEO of Booster
"Jump headfirst into this book, and allow your job to be a platform to fulfill your work and live the life you were meant to live. Dee Ann will guide you in discovering what that is."
from the foreword by Dr. Tim Elmore, founder/CEO of GrowingLeaders.com
The Author
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Dee Ann Turner began her career at Chick-fil-A, Inc. more than 30 years ago. In 2001, she became Chick-fil-A's first female officer--vice president, talent--responsible for franchisee selection, talent acquisition, talent management, HR operations, diversity...
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