Personal Development for Life and Work

Personal Development for Life and Work is designed to help students recognize the importance of soft skills, critical thinking skills, and a strong work ethic in today's workplace. The text is divided into four parts: 1) It's all About You; 2) It's All About Communicating; 3) It's All About Working with Others; 4) It's All About Workplace Success. Chapters are arranged in short sections that include self-assessments, case studies, and activities that are appropriate for both business and personal situations. Topics keep the reader's attention; coverage is thorough without being overwhelming.

L. Ann Masters is Administrator of Curriculum/Instruction in the Nebraska Department of Education. Her extensive teaching experience includes nearly 30 years in business and career education. She has taught a wide variety of communications, human relations, and business courses at both the secondary and postsecondary levels. Her administative experience inlcudes positions as Director of Business Education in the Nebraska Department of Education and Member of the National Board of Directors for Future Business Leaders of America. She has published texts in business communication, business English, and human relations and is a frequent conference participant and speaker for state and national career and technical education and business education associations.