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Land Your Next L&D Role
Creating a Career That Works for You
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Apply the ABCs for your L&D career success
There has never been a better time to invest in your own L&D career.
No matter where you are in your learning and development career—whether you are just beginning, ready to advance in it, or in need of a change—expert career coach and L&D luminary Sarah Cannistra delivers tactical and industry-specific advice for how to conduct and succeed in your next job search.
With the perspective that there is no “one size fits all” strategy to career success, Sarah walks you through four L&D Career Success Codes, her ABCDs, that will help you achieve Alignment and get clarity on your career goals and your L&D Niche; create your personal and professional Brand; network intentionally and build your L&D Community around your L&D niche; and, identify your interests, skills, and belief systems, all key to building a Development plan for achieving your career goals.
In this volume, Sarah dissects job application, resume and cover letter writing, and interview processes. She covers the hard-felt topics of rejection and job searches after layoffs and explores the mindset shifts and self-awareness needed to be successful to land a stable and fulfilling position. Follow along with stories of how Sarah has helped clients to secure their dream role. Take the next step on your own with more than 40 activities, reflection questions, and worksheets.
A cover-to-cover resource for landing your next role while choosing your own path, this is a book you will turn to again and again throughout your career.
Book Details
ISBN: 9781957157849
Pages: 200
Publication Date: May 2025
Formats: Paperback, PDF
Product Code: 112506
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$21.99 | $24.99 |
Releases May 6, 2025. Pre-order now.
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“Land Your Next L&D Role is a must-read for anyone considering a new role within the L&D industry. It's more than just a guide to the job search; it's a step-by-step examination of the self that supports fulfillment in your career and life.”
Read More“This is the incredibly practical and straightforward handbook you need, whether you are in the midst of an L&D job search or just starting to wonder if it's time to start looking. Sarah Cannistra outlines easy-to-follow, step-by-step strategies and debunks myths of job searching so you know exactly where (and how) to focus your energy.”
Read More“Wrapping her writing with wit and learning design expertise, Sarah Cannistra gives us a highly tailored career book for the L&D job seeker that is a joy to read and filled with strategy, activities, and frameworks to guide you to a purposeful career.”
Read More“This book is your ultimate road map for snagging your dream job in L&D. Packed with practical, step-by-step advice, it’s laser-focused on L&D careers—no fluff, just actionable insights. Whether you’re already in the learning space or thinking about making the leap, this insightful guide is a must read.”
Read More“This book isn’t just a guide—it’s a trusted mentor in print form. Whether you're starting out, seeking a promotion, or pivoting after a layoff, Sarah Cannistra will inspire and equip you to take your next big step.”
Read More“Need a road map for how to reach your ideal L&D job? Well, here it is. Sarah Cannistra shares personal and professional tips, encourages you to complete practical activities, and inspires you to blaze your own path to your preferred role. You’ll sense her sitting next to you along the entire journey.”
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