This book is about leveraging the joys and dealing with the challenges. It is about honoring the reasons you made your job choice and creatively assessing the reality of that choice. -from the introduction This is not one more book about how to dress or how to conduct yourself in a new job. It is about how taking care of yourself in a new job, and how getting your needs met can be the best strategy for making you a productive contributor in any new situation. It is also about actively directing your career, about the basis for making good choices, and measuring your choice carefully. You will find the books three parts fit the three stages of your transition to a new job-Part One is about preparation; the things its best to know before you start (here you will create your Transition Journal); Part two covers your first six weeks on the job; Part Three approaches the period from six weeks to three months. Each segment helps you along with Key Questions and Suggestions for Action. In the end, you will be more confident about the choices you have made and, with the insights you have, you can move ahead on you new job and in your further development. Contents: Putting you in the equation Preparing for the Job From Icon to Inkwell Knowing yourself Your transition journal The first day Part two: The first six weeks Week one- Who are these people? Week two- Hope meets reality Week three- Where are the skeletons buried? Week four- Your value added Week five - Productivity- Your sense of accomplishment Week six- Time to take stock Part Three: From six weeks to three months Expanding your influence Change happens Are we having fun yet? What youve learned about yourself Appendix About the authors: Roy J Blitzer , an Executive and Management Consultant, has over 23 years experience as a human resources and business management professional. He produces and hosts his own television show, ASK " DR" BUSINESS. Jacquie Reynolds-Rush, an executive and career management consultant,