What did you like most about Not Your Parents' Workplace?
Tanner takes the listener on the highs and lows of his interesting career development journey. This is a no nonsense illustration about how his commitment, hard work and persistence eventually pays off. It is a terrific life lesson for all students, not just business and finance majors. Build your business network early. Create your own opportunity. Never give in.
What was one of the most memorable moments of Not Your Parents' Workplace?
Tanner provides accounts of having to work extremely long hours to contribute and survive. First as an intern, then through a series of different jobs, he learns why it is essential to stay the course. Any graduate coming out of university who thinks they are now owed a living should read, or listen, to this book. It's an important reality check for students looking for internships and employment.
Which character – as performed by Nathan Tanner – was your favourite?
This Tanner's career development story.
Did you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?
Admiration. I'll now use examples from this book in my professional practice lectures. I will recommend this book to all my students.
Any additional comments?
Shame you cannot access the end of chapter take aways and appendices as downloads with this Audible.com audiobook version. I'll have to write to Nathan Tanner to get them.