A step-by-step guide to career success for less-than-top-level students identifies ten principles for professional advancement using one's particular combination of talents.

Includes index.

Make the most out of many mentors -- Trust your instinct -- Strive to be a better person than an employee -- Take responsibility seriously -- Master the art of purposeful learning -- Take advantage of unexpected opportunities -- Sell what you believe -- Go where the stars aren't -- Be a smart risk-taker -- Overcome straight-line thinking.