William Cowan has over 30 years of experience in senior management positions and has served as an advisor to boards and chief executives worldwide. As a CEO and Chair, he was involved in building and growing a number of successful commercial and not-for-profit organisations. He is a leader in career transition management and has formalised an approach that produces outstanding results. In 25-plus years, he has provided practical guidance to over 1,000 senior executives, as well as many others including university graduates.
'A must read for senior leaders in finding the right new job or
those wanting to take their career to the next level. It's highly
engaging, yet practical, with home truths that you won't get from
your family, friends or colleagues.'Kalpana Gee -
Senior Banking Executive
'This book is outstanding and provides really insightful and
valuable information that can be practically applied by any
executive who wants to secure their ideal role and build a
successful career.'Ian Nankivell - 35 years as a leader
in executive search
'In a world of ever-increasing disruption, the navigation of one's
own career will continue to be challenged in ways that we can't
imagine. This book provides concepts, strategies and tactics that
help in a way like no other.'David Nicolson - Senior
Career Consultant
'How do you cut through the emotion when you are out of work? To be
focused, rational, reflective, and successful, you need a great
process based on expert experience. That is why you need this
book!'Russell Parker - Global CEO
'This book offers precious pearls of wisdom for all to learn from
and apply. It is guaranteed to become your trusted career
companion, one you will consult for practical, transferable
insights throughout your career.'Aimee Samuels-Meens -
Senior Career Consultant
'Getting a great job is about so much more than being the best
candidate. There is an art to being the successful candidate and
this book provides straightforward and practical advice to help you
get your dream job.'Julia Shtepa - Senior Financial
Services Executive
'This book fills an important gap in the inadequately served field
of career guidance. It provides executives - at all levels - with
practical advice on how to re-position and significantly enhance
career progression.'Alan Winton - Senior Search
Executive
'I am fortunate to have successfully worked with William, embracing
the principles, practical methods and purposeful disciplines in
this book. The purposeful and practical path laid out in this book
make the process less confronting.'Greg White -
COO
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