The Pathfinder
by Nicholas Lore · Nicholas Lore
Career counselor Nicholas Lore presents the Rockport Institute's methodology for identifying work that fits an individual's core interests, talents, and values. Includes self-assessment exercises and profiles of over a dozen career types to guide occupational choice.
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