Ignite Your Career

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Dominic Iacono (Managing Director of Kimberly-Clark—Hong Kong and former Director of Marketing at Procter & Gamble)

Wow! I wish I had this book in college, or even high school. Ignite Your Career would have helped me make much better, more informed, and more rewarding career and life choices without having to learn these the hard way.

Dominic Iacono (Managing Director of Kimberly-Clark—Hong Kong and former Director of Marketing at Procter & Gamble)

Rob Bowerman (President of Pinnacle Society and The Bowerman Group)

Ignite Your Career is a book that I wish had been in the library of my college-age self. Kris Holmes provides keen insight for anyone entering the workforce or evaluating their career journey; this is a must-read.

Rob Bowerman (President of Pinnacle Society and The Bowerman Group)

Kristen McCormack (Career Advisor at a leading liberal arts college)

As a training, recruiting, and career services professional, I believe Ignite Your Career is an easily digestible read that encourages reflection and how-to skills to navigate your work life journey.

Kristen McCormack (Career Advisor at a leading liberal arts college)

Mike Barkley (CEO of KIND Snacks)

Ignite Your Career is packed with clear, concise guidance and sage advice. Every college student and young professional should have this book to help them navigate their career journey.

Mike Barkley (CEO of KIND Snacks)

Bob Eckert (Retired CEO of Mattel Toys & President of Kraft Foods)

Ignite Your Career is not just a book—it is a life guide you’ll return to again and again throughout your career. Ignite Your Career is pure gold!

Bob Eckert (Retired CEO of Mattel Toys & President of Kraft Foods)

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Are you ready to take the first (or next) step in your career?

If so, you may be looking for a spark of inspiration and some tips on how to get started. But if you want to fully unleash your potential and take it to the next level, don’t settle for a spark.

Ignite Your Career!

Ignite Your Career is designed to give you access to the resources you need to set your career goals and land your dream job. Tap into the knowledge of experts who have helped thousands of professionals find, win and succeed in jobs that fully align with their strengths.

Kris Holmes is a nationally recognized author, speaker, career counselor and Pinnacle Society member. Kris has counseled tens of thousands of candidates in setting goals and leveraging their strengths, and she can do the same for you.

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Kris Holmes, MBA

Nationally recognized author, speaker, career counselor and Pinnacle Society member

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Doug Pearson (Executive Coach)

Ignite Your Career is an insightful guide that simplifies and demystifies career planning and gives a road map for how to go after your dream job. Read this book! It will help you make smart decisions, focus you on pursuing your long-term goals, and give you the tools to attain them.

Doug Pearson (Executive Coach)

Suzanne McIver (Associate Director of Employer Relations at Washington University)

Kris brings such a simple, yet comprehensive step-by-step approach to what many of us find so overwhelming and daunting—‘what should I do with my life?’ Share this book with anyone that doesn’t know where to begin in forging their professional path or those that are considering a change from their current one.

Suzanne McIver (Associate Director of Employer Relations at Washington University)

Rick Searer (Retired President of Kraft Foods North America)

Ignite Your Career represents a must-read career development book that is useful for college students determining their career direction, and young professionals facing career decisions. Kris Holmes provides an incredibly practical and well-defined approach to career path optimization delivered in an engaging style.

Rick Searer (Retired President of Kraft Foods North America)

Wendy Kritt (Former Chief Marketing Officer of Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University)

Kris has packaged her years of experience into a book that is a must-read for all college students and anyone contemplating their next career move. Ignite your Career is rich with insightful, strategic, and practical advice, creating a road map for finding your right career and achieving your goals.

Wendy Kritt (Former Chief Marketing Officer of Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University)

Mike Kernish (Previous General Manager of US Books at Amazon.com and Associate Marketing Director at Procter & Gamble)

For twenty years, I have trusted Kris Holmes as a career advisor and mentor. Her advice has helped me as I’ve built my career, and I recommend her book, Ignite Your Career, to anyone looking to build a successful career doing what they love.