Heather Carpenter’s books and resources
A new book demands a new updated website, and of course a blog. Partly to respond to questions and requests for information from those in the careers industry, from parents and others interested in the world of careers. This will make it simpler. A … Continued
A good place to start with a fascinating 24 hours in the capital. Made a flying trip to Wellington for a brief appearance on TVNZ Good Morning show, to talk about Your 21st Century career. How do you put a … Continued
Last week saw a book launch with 50 friends and family at Vidals Winery in Hastings – the winery that takes our Merlot and Cabernet Franc grapes. We celebrated the book and the 2008 Vidals Cabernet Merlot, a stunning wine … Continued
Anne Tolley is right, there are lots of theories about boys underachievement, but I am convinced by the motivational difference I see in young men who have found their sense of direction, that when they know what would really suit … Continued
What an experience to be at the WA Department of Training and Workforce Development Career Centre in downtown Perth the morning after the Australian Budget is delivered! I was there to deliver a presentation to celebrate National Career Development week-and … Continued
What are they thinking? The latest Manpower Group Talent Shortage Survey comments that the global employability crisis persists: skilled trades workers have topped the ‘most in demand’ list for four of the last five years, and at the same time, … Continued
I am standing at the security fence of the Team NZ Emirates America’s Cup base on the Embarcadero in San Francisco, and I start talking to another photographer. We are both trying to get a shot of the big boat, … Continued
New Zealand author Heather Carpenter is no stranger to the changing world of careers in the 21st century. She has had various roles including educator, career counsellor, lecturer, researcher and now writer. A mid-life move to Hawkes Bay to “tend … Continued