It’s that time of year when graduates of every stripe take their first steps into “the real world.” The transition from schooling to career can be a tricky one for many. Former New York Life Insurance Company President Fred Sievert has an interesting perspective on entering the workforce. He transitioned himself from a math teacher to the president of a Fortune 100 company. His book, “Fast-Starting a Career of Consequence: Practical Christ-Centered Advice for Entering or Re-entering the Workforce,” he believes, is now more relevant than ever. He spends his retirement years speaking and inspiring others along their journeys.
I asked Mr. Sievert for his advice to young men and women embarking on their careers. Here’s what he said.
