Straight from the Grapevine - by Rachel Zaslansky Sheer & Lori Zuker Briller (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Your all-in-one starter kit for building a resume, nailing interviews, and getting hired.

Starting your job search can feel overwhelming--especially when you're not sure where to begin, what employers really want, or how to stand out in a sea of applicants. Straight from the Grapevine: How to Crush Your Job Search is your no-nonsense, practical guide to landing your first job with confidence and clarity.

Rachel Zaslansky Sheer and Lori Zuker Briller have over twenty years of experience as recruiters. They've watched thousands of job seekers make the same avoidable mistakes, and they wrote this book so you can get it right the first time.

Whether you're fresh out of high school, navigating college, or just ready to take that next step, this book breaks down everything you need to know from building a stand-out resume to networking like a pro. No jargon. No fluff. Just honest advice and proven tips you won't find in most career guides.

Packed with real-world examples, actionable steps, and encouragement, Straight from the Grapevine helps turn the job search from a stressful chore into a clear, manageable process, so you can start building your future.

About the Author

Rachel Zaslansky Sheer and Lori Zuker Briller are seasoned recruiters and co-founders of TheGrapevineAgency.com, a leading talent recruitment agency they have successfully run together for over twenty years. Drawing from extensive experience across multiple industries, they have witnessed firsthand the common mistakes that hold candidates back in the job search. Their passion for empowering young people led them to co-author Straight from the Grapevine: How to Crush Your Job Search, a practical guide designed to equip high school and college students with the tools and confidence to launch successful careers.

Lori graduated from the University of Wisconsin, and Rachel from the University of Maryland. Both are committed to mentoring the next generation of professionals and are recognized for their candid, down-to-earth advice.