Synopsis

Literally millions of American Christians are entering the workforce for the first time or re-entering following an absence due to years of child-rearing, military service or following a COVID-19 furlough.

After a year like 2020, many may be re-imagining their future and the possibility of pursuing their passions in an entirely new vocational venture.

Whatever their circumstances, they understandably are anxious about entering a competitive work environment and can benefit from proven advice on how to fast-start a career of consequence.

Hardworking Christian employees want to be noticed and recognized in today’s competitive workforce. But many find it challenging to stand out from the crowd.

Fast-Starting a Career of Consequence is the perfect guide for those looking to create a strong, faith-based foundation to boost their career.

Author and business leader, Fred Sievert, knows how to do this from personal experience because his relationship with Jesus Christ and trust in God were the biggest factors in advancing his career. He eventually became the president of a Fortune 100 company.

During his career, Fred mentored many young employees who later became leaders and even CEOs or presidents of their organizations. Following retirement, he not only earned a graduate degree in Divinity; he also taught business-school classes on strategy and leadership.

He offers his unique combination of experiences as a Christian executive, a mentor, and a college instructor to develop a book packed with practical Christ-centered advice. The useful suggestions in this book will enable the reader to successfully launch his or her exciting new vocational journey.

Sales arguments

• Kevin Palau President of the Luis Palau Association (a global evangelical ministry) has written the Foreword to the book
• Miroslav Volf, world-renowned author, theologian and professor has endorsed the book on the back cover
• The Author has over 350,000 Facebook followers, 62,000 Twitter followers and over 23,000 LinkedIn contacts.
• The author offers his unique combination of experiences as a Christian executive, a mentor, and a college instructor to develop a book packed with practical Christ-centered advice.
• Millions of Americans are either entering the workforce for the first time or returning after an absence following child-rearing, military service or COVID-19 furloughs.

Similar titles

• Every Good Endeavor: Connecting Your Work to God’s Work by Timothy Keller, Penguin books (2014)
• Anxious For Nothing: Finding Calm in a Chaotic World by Max Lucado, Harper Collins (2017)
• Expedition to Success: Journeying with God in the Workplace by Joe Schuringa & Daniel Ramlogan, Hasmark Publishing (2020)

Audience

Christians anxious about entering a competitive workplace for the first time or re-entering after years of child-rearing, military service or a COVIF-19 furlough who need practical tips for successful entry or re-entry into the workforce.

Advance praise

"A lifetime of stellar leadership in business and nonprofit organizations compressed in readable and easily digestible lessons. A book of savvy coaching and spiritual advice alike!"—Miroslav Volf, Professor of Theology, Yale University Divinity School.

"I find Fred’s advice to be on point, practical, and significant. As a Christian, I value that his recommendations are fully bathed in appropriate Scripture." —J. Cliff Eason, Retired President and CEO, Southwestern Bell Telephone

"I wish I had read this book when I entered the workforce three decades ago." —J. Scott Davison, Chairman, President, and CEO, OneAmerica

"Fred Sievert brings a wealth of practical experience and a deeply embedded faith perspective to his advice about charting and pursuing a career path. This book will help those who are just beginning their career trajectory or anyone thinking about how to find a better sense of calling, vocation, and meaning in their work life."
—Brian Stogner, PhD, President, Rochester University

"Work is one of our greatest blessings, and with this insightful and meaningful work, Fred Sievert unlocks specific ways that your faith in God can lift your career, enrich interactions with others, and transform every aspect of your career journey. A seasoned executive, theologian, and volunteer, Fred Sievert shares insights that help you chart a meaningful work/faith landscape."
—Larry Barton, PhD, Corporate Consultant, CNN and BBC Commentator on Workplace Issues

"In retirement, Fred Sievert transitioned to an enriching life serving others using a faith-based formula for life and success. Do something wonderful for yourself, and drink often from this book! It is an action plan for living significantly and successfully." —Phillip C. Richards, CLU®, RHU®, Executive Chairman and Founder, North Star Resource Group, Vice Chairman, Board of Trustees, Temple University

"In his important book Fast-Starting a Career of Consequence, Fred Sievert has paired his considerable insight into the workplace with a compassionate concern for young professionals of faith to produce a book at once practical and encouraging. This is an excellent instance of the mentoring that young professionals are hungry for and need. I only wish Fred’s book had been available when I set off on my own career journey." —Scott G. Stephenson, Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer, Verisk Analytics

"When I read a book that I believe will enhance my personal, professional, and/or spiritual personas, I do so with three goals in mind: the book must inform, instruct, and inspire me to be my best self. Fast-Starting a Career of Consequence is such a book. It is a grand slam. Anyone looking to grow toward a more fulfilling career and balanced life will benefit from this book." —Anthony Bouquet, Author of The Bloodline of Wisdom: The Awakening of a Modern Solutionary

"America’s greatest natural resource is its young people, and this book shows them how to maximize their God-given talents. It’s another home run by Fred Sievert."
—Jack Krasula, President of Trustinus, LLC, Author and WJR radio host of, With God, Anything Is Possible

"Fred’s book, with its excellent tips, will find a very receptive and appreciative audience among many of my colleagues. It will also be a resource that we can make readily available to lay leaders, recent college graduates, and parishioners." —William A. Ritter, Pastor Emeritus
First United Methodist Church, Birmingham, Michigan

"This book provides practical guidelines for anyone having vocational questions of how their Christian values apply in a secular work environment. The stories of Fred’s own personal experience validate the advice he offers. His wisdom on how to integrate one’s belief system with a corporate culture will prove enlightening and valuable. I highly recommend this book."
—Rev. Rebecca Mincieli, Senior Pastor, John Wesley United Methodist Church, Falmouth, Massachusetts