Alan shines a light on the evolving career landscape of today's market and empowers young professionals to think beyond the corporate ladder to forge their own path without the restraints of archaic expectations.

Patterson doesn’t offer tricks, gimmicks, or slogans of ten-steps-to-happiness. This is a book of deep wisdom as well as practical advice. Anyone who reads it will be wiser—and happier on the job—for it.

This book is a road map for crafting one's career. Alan cites compelling data and expert sources along with his own vivid metaphors and anecdotes in presenting his case for a new perspective on career management. In a nutshell the focus is on who you want to become and why. The book is a must read irrespective of one's career stage.

An insightful guide to becoming your best professional self at any stage of your career – even if that means burning the ladder you thought you loved! Patterson is equal parts researcher and raconteur, truth-telling with razor-sharp wit. Both thoroughly delightful and thought-provoking. Patterson's latest project reads quick and lasts long.