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Aimed mainly at Gen Xers and baby boomers, Germer’s book takes a markedly different approach than that of the average job-hunting guide. Her advice is intended to apply to a wide swath of those forty-, fifty-, and sixtysomethings who are unemployed, underemployed, or frustrated by their current job. The book combines practical advice (how to maximize LinkedIn, the proper format for a résumé, how to dress appropriately) with more esoteric discussions of relevance, inspiration, and engagement. Readers will find aptly titled chapters, such as “Hey, What the Hell Happened to My Career?” and “Those Millennials,” entertaining and informative. The book is most effective when giving examples of how people in a variety of fields recalibrated in order to meet the ever-changing demands of the workplace. There are brief discussions of the impact of COVID-19 on the job market, but the main focus is on the need to constantly update one’s skills and knowledge base. Germer asserts that experience is now far less important than relevance. An engaging, well-written guide that would be an excellent addition to any public-library collection.