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Product Information
Published: 01 August 2025
Edition: 3rd
Length: 200 pages
Dimensions: 23.4x 15.6 cm
Weight: 900g
Key Reviews
“What Employers Want: The Employability Skills Handbook is an invaluable resource for young people making the transition from education to the workplace. Packed with relatable case studies and interactive activities, it serves as a supportive and practical guide during this crucial stage.
Karen’s engaging and accessible style expertly leads readers through the key skills and insights needed to secure their first job. A welcome, friendly and empowering handbook.”
Karen Merrifield is Director of Innovate Educate Ltd and founder of The Artery.
Gatsby Benchmarks
This book will help your school meet the following Gatsby Benchmarks:
- Benchmark 2: Learning from careers and labour market information
- Benchmark 3: Addressing the needs of each pupil
- Benchmark 5: Encounters with employers and employees
- Benchmark 6: Experiences of workplaces
Sample Chapter
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Meet the author: Karen Holmes
After thirty years writing about employment, Karen is passionate about the need for education, training and fulfilling careers for everyone.