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Zen and the Art of Making a Living presents a fresh perspective on career development by integrating Zen Buddhist principles with practical job‑search techniques. The updated edition features new biographies, industry data, and extensive contact information. It includes over 120 worksheets, more than five hundred inspirational quotes from a wide range of sages, and new sections on home‑based business, evolving workplace dynamics, and building supportive networks. This guide extends beyond traditional career books, offering tools that foster creativity, dignity, and purpose in every professional context.
First publish date: 1993
Genre: Self-Help & Personal Development/Personal Growth
Authors: Laurence G. Boldt
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