Rowman & Littlefield Publishers Entering the Real World: Timeless Ideas Not Learned in School

Entering the Real World is a collection of practical ideas to empower young adults as they enter and adjust to the real world. The ideas are simple, straightforward and easy to adapt; no major life changes are needed (though some could result). Review "Entering the Real World offers a comprehensive collection of answers to questions that most of us have after leaving college, like 'NOW what do I do?!' David Kramer has the ability to relate to his students not only as a teacher, but as someone they can trust with the tough situations they will face upon entering the 'real world.' He has found practical solutions to help them navigate in and adjust to the unknown environment after graduating. But what makes this book so authentic is David's ability to relate on a personal level, divulging the mistakes he has made and the challenges he has faced along the way. Sharing his personal experiences emphasizes the idea that no challenge is too difficult to overcome and anything life throws at us can be turned into success."--Chrissie Hodges, Public Speaker/Mental Health Advocate, Radio Host, "The Stigma of Mental Illness Radio" David Kramer's Entering the Real World Timeless Ideas Not Taught in School provides a myriad of resources, handy tools, and thought-provoking questions for self-reflection on topics that will directly impact students at all levels and different stages in life! The book is a fast read that connects the reader with insightful and valuable information just when they need it most. As a former high school counselor and current university supervisor of student teachers, I highly recommend this book and plan to incorporate material from Entering the Real World in my seminars. Excellent resource!--Carey Sanchez, University Supervisor for the School of Education, University of Colorado at Boulder Entering the Real World gave me the confidence and education I needed to be successful in my professional life. After reading it, I was able to start budgeting and saving immediately for the long-term while managing current expenses, something I never was able to do before. This book will encourage and empower you and is a must read for today's young people.--Rachel Martinez, Student Entering the Real World is everything else you need to know that they don't teach you in school. It dispels with the idea that there is one true secret to success and focuses on the real controllable factors that will allow you to flourish and succeed in your professional world.--Jacquelyn Melcher, College Graduate Entering the Real World, by David Kramer, contains the kinds of advice that most people follow only after paying some tuition in the "School of Hard Knocks." If you are leaving the sheltered world of home and school to take on the complexities and wonders of the "Real World" you will be glad to get the straightforward, practical advice offered. There is career advice, from how to interview well to how to negotiate a raise. There is relationship advice, including how to deal with difficult co-workers, and people who have mental illnesses. There is financial advice, from how to budget well, to how to invest well. There is no shortage of excellent quotations from the world's sages and philosophers. All of the topics are covered in an overview style, citing plenty of references and links to more in-depth information. You'll be pleasantly surprised by what a quick, easy read this books is, and you'll be thankful for the information, especially if you value the wisdom of experienced, wise mentors.--Joan Janis, Communications Specialist Most of us learn these lessons the hard way, wishing we had known the answers earlier on before we made mistakes. The lucky ones, however, will acquire much of this knowledge early on from a wise mentor. Consider yourself lucky, because in the pages that lie ahead you are about to learn many of life's important lessons... (quoted from the foreword)--Bruce Nault, Student Never before