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Career Diplomacy: Life and Work in the US Foreign Service (Fourth Edition) Audiobook
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An all-new edition of the candid insiders' guide to the US Foreign Service as an institution, a profession, and a career
Career Diplomacy takes readers inside the world of American diplomats in the US Foreign Service. Members of the Foreign Service represent the country abroad, protect and support American citizens overseas, manage government programs and facilities, and move foreign policy from the abstract to the actual. In this new and thoroughly revised edition, Foreign Service veterans Harry W. Kopp and John K. Naland lay out what to expect in a Foreign Service career—how to get in, get around, and get ahead.
Part one begins with the history and structure of the US Foreign Service in the Department of State and other agencies. Part two looks at a number of professional challenges. In part three, the authors explore the trajectory of a Foreign Service career through their own experiences. Part four brings the discussion up to the present and looks to the future.
This best-selling guide demystifies the US Foreign Service for those interested in working within or alongside the institution. Kopp and Naland offer listeners a candid look at the profession, with its dangers, rewards, challenges, frustrations, and excitement.
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"A great book if you are interested in the foreign service. It was very well written and contained a history of the foreign service and how it has evolved over the years. If you are considering a career in the foreign service it has some great insights on what to expect and what agencies to purse."
— Jorge (5 out of 5 stars)
Career Diplomacy Listener Reviews
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" The only negative I can find about this book is one that is probably only relevant to Kindle users. I read it on a Kindle and some of the graphs and charts contain words and images that are impossible to decipher because they are so tiny on the screen. "
— Flannery, 10/4/2013 -
" If you are thinking about the Foreign Service, you must read this book. It's outstanding. "
— Chris, 6/14/2013 -
" A bit dry, but immensely informative. Anyone interested in the Foreign Service would be well-advised to turn these pages. "
— Daniel, 12/23/2012 -
" thankyou I want to life and work in the us foreign service,2nd edition "
— tebakweno muyika decker, 12/22/2012 -
" Indispensable guide for anyone considering a career in the U.S. Foreign Service. Read before & during the application period, especially in preparation for the Oral Assessment. Helps demystify the application process and set realistic expectations for each career track. "
— Elizabeth, 11/15/2012 -
" This book was recommended on various websites and blogs for people who are interested in a career in the foreign service. I read most of it to learn the history of foreign service and what life in it would be like. I would, in turn, recommend it to others interested in that career path. "
— Paula, 10/2/2012 -
" This is much more informative than Inside an Embassy and it provides a more objective view of the Foreign Service. "
— Chris, 8/21/2012 -
" Probably the best thing you can read if you're interested in working for the Foreign Service. If you're just curious about statecraft, look elsewhere. "
— Oliver, 8/19/2012 -
" I found this an interesting read. A good overview of what the foreign service does. Some parts dragged on, but overall I think the authors did well in describing the life and what being a FSO entails. "
— David, 7/15/2012
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