Skills
From First Job to Dream Job—What Every Woman Needs to Know
By Mishal Husain | Publisher: HarperCollins
About the book
In The Skills, award-winning broadcaster Mishal Husain inspires, champions, and encourages women to make their ambitions a reality by focusing on practical skills that make a difference.
Gathering together advice for women of all ages, whether they are new graduates, working mothers, or simply seeking a career change, The Skills explains how to
- present yourself to maximum effect, in person and online;
- prepare for quick wins and big moments, and plan for long-term goals;
- gain confidence and authority;
- navigate the ups and downs of a long working life; and
- develop strategies for building resilience.
Drawing on Mishal’s experience, interviews, and experts and inspirational figures such as Hillary Clinton and Malala Yousafzai, The Skills will guide women in honing the abilities they need to thrive in whatever field they choose.
Editions of Skills
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9780062933355
- EBook
- ISBN 9780062933331
Read an Excerpt
In The Skills, award-winning broadcaster Mishal Husain inspires, champions, and encourages women to make their ambitions a reality by focusing on practical skills that make a difference.
Gathering together advice for women of all ages, whether they are new graduates, working mothers, or simply seeking a career change, The Skills explains how to
- present yourself to maximum effect, in person and online;
- prepare for quick wins and big moments, and plan for long-term goals;
- gain confidence and authority;
- navigate the ups and downs of a long working life; and
- develop strategies for building resilience.
Drawing on Mishal’s experience, interviews, and experts and inspirational figures such as Hillary Clinton and Malala Yousafzai, The Skills will guide women in honing the abilities they need to thrive in whatever field they choose.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Skills about?
In The Skills, award-winning broadcaster Mishal Husain inspires, champions, and encourages women to make their ambitions a reality by focusing on practical skills that make a difference.
Gathering together advice for women of all ages, whether they are new graduates, working mothers, or simply seeking a career change, The Skills explains how to
- present yourself to maximum effect, in person and online;
- prepare for quick wins and big moments, and plan for long-term goals;
- gain confidence and authority;
- navigate the ups and downs of a long working life; and
- develop strategies for building resilience.
Drawing on Mishal’s experience, interviews, and experts and inspirational figures such as Hillary Clinton and Malala Yousafzai, The Skills will guide women in honing the abilities they need to thrive in whatever field they choose.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Skills?
Society and Social Sciences > Society and culture: general > Social groups, communities and identities > Gender studies, gender groups > Gender studies: women and girls
Where can I read a sample of Skills?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780062933355
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Skills?
Mishal Husain
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Skills is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780062933355) and ebook(ISBN 9780062933331)
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