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[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "General Career Intelligence" by Ray Blasing.]

Are you just starting your career and feeling unsure about where to begin? Or are you stuck in a role that no longer excites you? Maybe you are thinking about a change but don’t know what to do. If you are looking for practical guidance to make confident career moves, approach the job search with clarity, adapt to changing trends, or even shine in your current role, “General Career Intelligence: Ignite your Potential with Essential Insights and Expert Advice” by Ray Blasing is for you.

The book covers a wide range of topics. Beginning with the basics of education, the author takes us through other essential qualities needed to thrive in a career, like character traits, ethics, personal growth, emotional management, skill building, job search strategies, and more. In this book, the author has included insights from his 38 years of experience in the tech industry, along with valuable ideas and knowledge from experts in different fields.

Although the book is a bit lengthy because of its wide topic coverage, the content is presented in small, digestible sections. For example, in the public speaking topic, the author provides clear, point-by-point suggestions for improving speech delivery, making it easy to follow and apply. What I liked most about this book is that the author included the results of some scientific studies related to the topics being discussed, which made it feel more authentic. The author also included quotes from famous personalities and others that were relevant to the topic, and this made the book more enjoyable for me.

There is nothing I disliked about this book. The book is flawlessly edited, as I couldn’t find any errors in it. I got many valuable points on matters like how to make an impactful PowerPoint presentation, how to improve a resume’s effectiveness, tips on effective communication, and more. So, considering all this, I am rating this book 5 out of 5. As the book suggests, age is not a barrier to creativity or innovation; I recommend it to readers of all ages interested in growing personally or professionally.

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Packed with sharp, no-nonsense advice, General Career Intelligence felt like a career-savvy mentor who’s been through it all—cutting through fluff and offering clear, actionable steps whether you're stuck, switching lanes, or just starting out. I especially appreciated how it doesn’t promise overnight success but emphasizes adaptability, clarity, and self-awareness in a way that’s refreshingly grounded.

I appreciate a book that is authentic and offers useful advice. I admire that the author has used their 38 years of experience to offer advice and insight to others who might need help. I would gladly give this book a try if I get a chance. Thank you for your honest review.

Some people read between the lines. You? You lit them up. Loved how you mentioned the stuff that sticks. A feature-worthy review if I’ve ever seen one. Thanks Anu Anand for this beautiful review!

Some people read between the lines. You? You lit them up. Loved how you mentioned the stuff that sticks. A feature-worthy review if I’ve ever seen one. Thanks Anu Anand for this beautiful review!

I enjoyed reading your review because it highlighted the strong points of this guide that can help people who are stumbling from job to job and cannot understand why they hate their jobs or are not functioning well in them. This book is positive and realistic and proposes helpful solutions. Thank you.

I believe this book would help someone who wants to start or advance their career! I hope the book reaches the target audience and benefits them. Thanks for your review!

This book sounds like a valuable resource for those who are seeking guidance in their career. It is nice that the author provided information about scientific studies to support their claims in addition to the anecdotes and quotes.

Your review is well-written. It is detailed and covers related aspects well. This book is resourceful for those looking to sharpen their overall approach, not just related to their career. It will certainly help people in their careers and is equally helpful for others to organize themselves generally, too. Thank you @Anu Anand for a great review.