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"This Practice Principles book provides career development practitioners with theory-informed principles for everyday application. It is a follow up to the popular Career Theories and Models at Work: Ideas for Practice book. The new book fills a gap in the field that addresses foundational career practice principles, ensuring that techniques used by practitioners are underpinned by actual theory. Career practitioners need to be equipped and up to date with the latest contemporary theories and models in the field. It is also important for practitioners to make informed choices about the approaches and strategies they use in practice. This book offers: A ""go-to"" guide outlining core foundational principles that every career practitioner can apply in their practice A reference practitioners can use to enhance their approaches to career interventions An accessible resource they can add to their toolkit or use as a companion manual to Career Theories and Models at Work: Ideas for Practice Published in 2019, the original Career Theories and Models at Work: Ideas for Practice book featured more than 60 authors from nine countries. It has been translated into four languages and has been widely used nationally and internationally. The new Practice Principles book based on an analysis of the practice points in the 43 chapters of Career Theories and Models at Work: Ideas for Practice. The new book helps practitioners to trace practice ideas back to the theories and models from where they were derived. Practice Principles is intended for both current practitioners and as well as those just entering the field. It will provide a practical primary resource to gain knowledge about foundational principles for career development. In addition to serving new and seasoned practitioners, the book is anticipated to be used as a supplementary text for undergraduate and graduate courses focused on career counselling. This book serves to: Advance the field of career development by identifying practice principles that cut across multiple international theories and models Stimulate career practitioners' interest in linking their practices to theoretically derived principles Update career practitioners about practice principles derived from contemporary theories and models of career development and career management. The book includes 10 chapters that illuminate connections between foundational practice principles and the theories and models where they originated. The introductory chapter describes the importance of theory-practice connections for contemporary career practice and outlines the methodology used to derive the practice principles. Eight chapters are devoted to detailed descriptions of eight foundational practice principles. Examples of practice points from the 43 chapters of Career Theories and Models at Work: Ideas for Practice are interspersed throughout the eight chapters. The final chapter integrates key discoveries and future considerations for improving theory-practice connections."

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"""This book is more than just a follow-up to Career Theories and Models at Work: Ideas for Practice (Arthur et al., 2019). Inside, you'll find eight essential principles that offer a framework for practitioners of career guidance, counseling, and consultation to metacognize their practice in a reflective and structured manner. These principles are equally beneficial for researchers seeking to connect their work with real-world applications. This exceptional book significantly elevates the quality of both practice and research.""  - Teruyuki Fujita, Professor, Career Education, Institute of Human Sciences, University of Tsukuba, Japan   ""Simply brilliant! Most novel and creative way to bring one's own AI (authentic intelligence) into self-supervision of their practice. Only here are the eight principles jelled from 295 practices weaved from 43 chapters on the theory and models defining career development found. The ""Career Practice Reflection Guide"" magically injects a personal supervisor within your practice. This changed my practice. I'll never supervise without it again!""  - Rich Feller Ph.D, LPC, JCTC, Professor, Counseling and Career Development and University Distinguished Teaching Scholar, Colorado State University and Exec. Dir. Career Development Network   ""The work of career professionals is critically important. The eight principles and practice points in this book will ground and support you in the complex challenges you face day-to-day. This is every career professional's go-to guide for theory-informed practice.""  - Sareena Hopkins, Executive Director, Canadian Career Development Foundation (CCDF)   ""A must read for all career development professionals regardless of experience, Practice Principles: Career Theories and Models is the perfect accompaniment to Career Theories and Models at Work: Ideas for Practice. This informative new book will support anyone wanting to truly understand the career theory to practice interface while making sure they have laid the foundations for quality career development work.""   - Heather Lowery-Kappes, National President, Career Development Association of New Zealand 2020-2023   ""This is a treasure trove of career theories and practical examples, demonstrating their real-world applications. The authors invite readers on a captivating journey through a rich tapestry of ideas, strategies, and methods designed to create a profound deep understanding of how we can inspire and nurture individuals' curiosity and decision-making through career dialogue and exploration. Whether you are an experienced career practitioner or a novice in guidance and counselling, this book serves as a thought-provoking and introspective ""how to guide,"" unlocking creativity, confidence, and competence in lifelong learning... I wholeheartedly recommend this work.""  - Deirdre Hughes, Associate Professor, University of Warwick, Institute for Employment Research (IER) and Co-Founder of CareerChat UK Ltd. "

"""This book is more than just a follow-up to Career Theories and Models at Work: Ideas for Practice (Arthur et al., 2019). Inside, you'll find eight essential principles that offer a framework for practitioners of career guidance, counseling, and consultation to metacognize their practice in a reflective and structured manner. These principles are equally beneficial for researchers seeking to connect their work with real-world applications. This exceptional book significantly elevates the quality of both practice and research.""  - Teruyuki Fujita, Professor, Career Education, Institute of Human Sciences, University of Tsukuba, Japan   ""Simply brilliant! Most novel and creative way to bring one's own AI (authentic intelligence) into self-supervision of their practice. Only here are the eight principles jelled from 295 practices weaved from 43 chapters on the theory and models defining career development found. The ""Career Practice Reflection Guide"" magically injects a personal supervisor within your practice. This changed my practice. I'll never supervise without it again!""  - Rich Feller Ph.D, LPC, JCTC, Professor, Counseling and Career Development and University Distinguished Teaching Scholar, Colorado State University and Exec. Dir. Career Development Network   ""The work of career professionals is critically important. The eight principles and practice points in this book will ground and support you in the complex challenges you face day-to-day. This is every career professional's go-to guide for theory-informed practice.""  - Sareena Hopkins, Executive Director, Canadian Career Development Foundation (CCDF)   ""A must read for all career development professionals regardless of experience, Practice Principles: Career Theories and Models is the perfect accompaniment to Career Theories and Models at Work: Ideas for Practice. This informative new book will support anyone wanting to truly understand the career theory to practice interface while making sure they have laid the foundations for quality career development work.""   - Heather Lowery-Kappes, National President, Career Development Association of New Zealand 2020-2023   ""This is a treasure trove of career theories and practical examples, demonstrating their real-world applications. The authors invite readers on a captivating journey through a rich tapestry of ideas, strategies, and methods designed to create a profound deep understanding of how we can inspire and nurture individuals' curiosity and decision-making through career dialogue and exploration. Whether you are an experienced career practitioner or a novice in guidance and counselling, this book serves as a thought-provoking and introspective ""how to guide,"" unlocking creativity, confidence, and competence in lifelong learning... I wholeheartedly recommend this work.""  - Deirdre Hughes, Associate Professor, University of Warwick, Institute for Employment Research (IER) and Co-Founder of CareerChat UK Ltd.   ""This book consolidates the complexities and addresses the practicalities of how to provide effective career development services in a most comprehensive manner. This is the first book I have read that deals with the core of career development services and what it is that career development practitioners should focus on to provide a valuable service... I can confidently say that Career Theories and Models at Work: Ideas for Practice, and Career Theories and Models at Work: Practice Principles will become known as the two foundational resources for all career development practitioners with an interest in providing an effective career development service."" - Christopher John Beukes, Chief Executive Officer, South African Caree"

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