Testimonials and Reviews of

This book is an inspiration and takes a fresh perspective in career development.  The most interesting aspect of the book is the author’s ability to refocus the reader from getting a job to following their passion.   [Review from flowork (social capital development), December 2009]
- John-Paul Hatala, Ph.D, Flowork Founder

"What Stephen and Paul do in their destined classic, - Your Life Journey, is take the idea of "getting a job in your lifetime"; and shifting the paradigm to "in your lifetime, engage your passion".
- Bob Nicoll, MA, author of "Remember the Ice and Other Pardigm Shifts"

“ is a really inspiring guide to a help people travel more effectively on their career (and life) path.  Easy to complete and enjoyable to read,  is a guide that can genuinely help people with their next career move.”
- Tom O’Neil (Psych) Managing Director of CV.CO.NZ & career contributor to ‘What Color Is Your Parachute’ 2008, 2009 and 2010.

“An excellent practical tool to help bridge the career-conundrum that many of us face in our working lives. 
- Raj Thomson, editor of New Zealand Human Resources Magazine

“Brings a refreshing way to review career progress, for any employer, employee or business person. Helpful tool for those who are keen to future-proof their careers.”
 - Graham Southwell, National Director, BNI (Business Network International), New Zealand

“Simple strategies that produce positive results for your career path, and more, in this inspiring book. Encouragement, challenges, rewards, managing life-balance, the ‘You can do it!’ It’s all here.”
 - Angelina Weir, Director of Executive Enterprises Limited

“No matter what your position in school, tertiary study or the workforce  will help you move forward in life with more certainty. 
- Les Black, Director Electroflash Resourcing Ltd - Distributors to Secondary/High Schools

“No matter what your position is in the workforce, will help you move forward in life.”
- Winter issue 06-07 magazine from Tate Publishing, LLC, USA

  “Keep it handy and use it when needed.”
- From review by Donna McIntyre, New Zealand Herald reporter

“Paul presents a refreshing and stimulating workshop on how balancing career with lifestyle is crucial to optimum performance.”
- Sue Thorne, CEO Early Childhood Council of New Zealand

“Having a comprehensive guidebook which has been drawn up by experts will enable you to manage your career path to suit your life’s journey, not the other way round, where you let your career path rule your life.
- Rory Burke, MSc Project Management from Henley Management College, Author and Lifestyle Entrepreneur

 “The title comes from the need to ‘strip away’ outside influences to find what we really want from life”
- From article by Heather McCracken in Eastern Courier

 “The book has lots of simple checklists and self tests. For anyone seriously stuck in the mire of rethinking their next career move, this book could be worth checking out. It's a lot cheaper than going to a career coach.”
- Reviewed by Ruth Le Pla for New Zealand Management - The Leaders Magazine 

 “A book about clarity and purpose. Tragically a lot of people are facing redundancies - This book could be a sanity saver.”
- Ann Andrews (CSP) HR Consultant, Team Facilitator and Author, The Corporate Tool-box

 “Stephen and Paul have written a practical, informative and helpful roadmap. It shows anyone how to sustain and manage a career in today’s difficult economy. This book may well become a classic.”
- Richard Webster, Author of over 90 titles, including “Seven Secrets Of Success” 

"I read Paul's book when my business was looking at branching out into new directions. It is informative and insightful, with good tips and actions to take. I recommended it to several of my colleagues as I think it makes excellent reading, no matter which stage of their career they are at."
- Annette Hart, Ace of Hearts Jewellery www.aceofhearts.co.nz

"I strongly recommend this book to any person who is questioning where they are currently at and may be wondering – can I do better. This book demonstrates that possibilities can become reality."
- Kevin Vincent, MBA (Distinction) FNZIM, Vincent Consulting Limited

"The Naked Career will help you choose the right training course.  To upskill visit www.academynz.com"
- Eric Furman Academy Business Training NZ Ltd

"As an experienced career coach and author I’m always looking for additional resources to recommend to my clients and the Naked Career falls fairly and squarely into this category!  I expect it to be a very well thumbed resource over the years!)"
- Kathryn Jackson, Author (How to keep your cool if you lose your job)

“For those who are serious about taking a chance to develop their untapped potential, this is a fantastic interactive pathway that will give you the inner courage to rediscover and follow your passion. Start today!”
- Andrew Laing, Travel Agent

“Your book’s great I think it’s a very good tool.”
- Alex Wilson, young person in career transition following redundancy

“Interesting book I have found it particularly helpful and useful.”
- Tracey O'Callaghan, Executive Coach, Life Choices

  “It’s got some really interesting ideas and practical exercises – thoroughly enjoyed it. Well done!”
- Diane Dodson, business woman from IT and real estate industries

“I enjoyed reading your book .”
- Janet Miller, President Franklin U3A

 “When I first read  I wanted the world to know what I knew as soon as possible!! 
- Trinity Tate, Executive Director of Acquisitions, Tate Publishing and Enterprises, USA

“I have enjoyed because it has been written by New Zealanders, for the international market.  I can see myself using this book as a tool when working with clients.”
- Margaret Mays, Career Counselor

"Best of luck with your excellent book.”
- Nigel Phillips, Managing Director, Careers Fast Track Pty Ltd, Australia