New Guide Helps Graduates Navigate the Transition from College to Career

Marianne Ruggiero, a nationally recognized career strategist, recently announced the publication of her new book, The Work Book: A Practical Guide to Launching Your Career, published by Quaderer Media Group, according to a press release.

Markets and economies may shift, but the structure of the working world remains constant. In The Work Book, Ruggiero draws on decades of HR leadership and career consulting experience to offer college students and recent graduates a clear, practical roadmap for navigating the transition from school to the workplace.

This guide equips readers with frameworks, decision-making tools, and real-world examples to help them:

• Understand how the job market is structured.
• Identify their best-fit career path.
• Align interests and talents with industries and job functions.
• Target a first job that sets them up for long-term success—not just a paycheck.

Key Features of The Work Book

• Four Career Paths Framework — Evaluate and choose between Linear, Expert, Spiral, and Transitory paths.
• Market Structure Insights — Explore public vs. private sectors, industry tiers, and organizational dynamics.
• Career Mapping Tools — Learn to identify opportunities across industries.
• Career Research Tactics — Use AI to focus a job search and target the right positions.

About the Author
Marianne Ruggiero is the founder of Optima Careers, where she has guided thousands of young adults toward purposeful, strategic work lives. Drawing from her experience leading HR at top firms and advising professionals across industries, Ruggiero helps individuals move from asking “What should I do with my work life?” to declaring “I know where I’m headed—and how to get there.”

The Work Book: A Practical Guide to Launching Your Career is available now through Amazon and Barnes & Noble. Ideal for college students, recent graduates, career centers, and anyone helping others seeking clarity about their career pursuits.