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The Lost Map To Your Career: A Practical Career Self Help Book for Navigating and Overcoming Self-Imposed Limits Kindle Edition

by Shyam Uthaman (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.9 out of 5 stars 72 ratings

The Lost Map to Your Career: A Practical Guide to Unlocking Success

Are you ready to transform your career and achieve the success you’ve always envisioned? The Lost Map to Your Career is a must-read for anyone looking to break through barriers and unlock their full potential.

Packed with actionable insights and the author's real world experience, this book empowers readers to navigate job hunting, build essential business communication skills, and develop a leadership mindset. Whether you’re exploring vocational guidance, networking strategies, or seeking advice for professional development, this guide provides the tools you need to thrive in today’s competitive workplace.

Inside, you'll learn how to:

  • Build strong business communication skills that drive success.
  • Navigate job hunting with confidence and purpose.
  • Leverage professional development strategies for career growth.
  • Excel in leadership roles, no matter your starting point.
  • Discover career management techniques for life.

Ideal for job seekers, business school students, individual contributors, management and anyone pursuing career advice. The Lost Map to Your Career is your guide to personal and professional transformation. Scroll up, pick a copy and take the next step in your journey today.

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"The author's unapologetically direct style and profound insights make this book a rare, indispensable guide and an immediate game-changer for anyone frustrated by stagnant career growth." — As featured on Business Insider
 
"If you're feeling stuck or unclear about your career path, this book offers a much-needed reset. With a simple and conversational tone, Shyam Uthaman helps you identify mindset blocks like fear and self-doubt that often hold us back. What makes this book stand out is its reflective exercises — guiding you to define your goals, values, and priorities. It's not just a book, it's a personal workbook for your career clarity." — booksforaspirants, Bookstagrammer (400K+ Followers)
 
"Some books make you pause and reflect, while others guide you forward with ease. The Lost Map to Your Career does both. Written in a refreshingly simple and conversational style, the book feels like sitting down with a mentor who understands the struggles of finding direction in a career. It's an easy yet insightful read, packed with relatable stories and actionable advice. With its focus on self-discovery, resilience, and adaptability, this book is a valuable resource for anyone seeking clarity and confidence in their career." — wisdomthroughpagesturned, Bookstagrammer

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  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ January 5, 2025
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 310 KB
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Shyam Uthaman is a career strategist who has mastered the art of navigating corporate complexities and turning challenges into opportunities. Drawing from his own experiences of learning the unspoken rules of success, Shyam authored The Lost Map To Your Career to empower professionals to overcome barriers and thrive in their careers with clarity and confidence.

Shyam’s insights have reached a global audience through his widely-read blogs, amassing millions of impressions and sparking meaningful conversations worldwide. With a unique blend of practical advice and relatable wisdom, he’s here to help you break limits, build influence, and chart your own path to success.

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Customers find the book packed with real practical advice for career development, emphasizing mindset at every level. Moreover, the guide is well-received for its actionable strategies, with one customer noting it provides tools you can use right away. Additionally, customers appreciate the book's value for money.

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24 customers mention "Career advice"24 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the career advice in the book, which is packed with practical guidance and emphasizes mindset development at every level.

"...find mentors, how to use "why" to drive purposeful work and clarity among your peers, and my personal favorite - "how to balance celebration with..." Read more

"...The guidance around navigating unhealthy work dynamics and making confident career moves was especially helpful...." Read more

"...someone seeking a fresh start, The Lost Map to Your Career is your practical, empowering companion to navigating today’s complex and ever-evolving..." Read more

"Okay seriously this book is great. It's packed with real practical advice for your career not just theory that sounds good but doesnt work...." Read more

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"...The author shares practical strategies that I've used before the printing of this book that were successful...." Read more

"...book helps shift that mindset by offering grounded advice that is easy to apply...." Read more

"...book—it’s a strategic roadmap packed with real-world insights, actionable steps, and the author’s own experiences from the trenches of business and..." Read more

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I’ve read several self-help books in the past, but this one was a game changer. I really love Shyam’s own personal perspective about the battles that we face and his practical approach to navigating your career while dealing with all of the human emotions that come with working in a corporate setting. To be honest, there were several things I took from the book that I intend to apply to my life overall, not just my career, which speaks to the power contained in this book. I am looking forward to Shyam’s continued work in this field and am eager to learn more from him!
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  • UniqueTrooper1991
    5.0 out of 5 stars Got Me Out of That Career Rut
    Reviewed in the United States on April 15, 2025
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    Okay seriously this book is great. It's packed with real practical advice for your career not just theory that sounds good but doesnt work. If you feel stuck kinda frustrated or just need a fresh perspective this is super helpful. It covers real stuff like getting through tough spots building actual skills and shifting your mindset. Lots of people found it relatable whether starting out or just needing a change. The tips feel grounded and easy to apply maybe even helping you see things you missed. Definitely recommend this read if you want to get unstuck and feel more focused.
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  • D James D
    5.0 out of 5 stars Business Advice Worth Reading
    Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2025
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    I’ve been running a few LLCs for years now, and through those experiences, I’ve learned a lot. The advice in this book is spot on. The chapter on learning from mistakes says to own your mistakes before they own you- that's some great advice put in a new sounding phrase. This book helped me recognize the things I’ve been avoiding, things that have been holding me back. I’ve taken actions based on the content and am working through a few issues. With the help of this book, I’m sure I’ll get through them. This is worth checking out.
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  • Pam Beckham
    5.0 out of 5 stars Interesting Book
    Reviewed in the United States on March 18, 2025
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    The Lost Map to Your Career is a practical guide for professionals seeking clarity and direction in their career paths. The book explores common mindset blocks such as fears, doubts, and limiting beliefs that often hinder career progression. The author provides actionable strategies to overcome these obstacles, encouraging readers to reset their thinking and gain clarity.
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  • Sawa Amana & Jaha Inc.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Informative
    Reviewed in the United States on April 15, 2025
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    The Lost Map To Your Career: A Practical Career Self Help Book for Navigating and Overcoming Self-Imposed Limits
    By Shyam Uthaman is a must read for anyone who is an entrepreneur or working in the corporate lifecycle. I can truly relate to the topics and advice provided in this book and applaud the author for spelling things out for those of us who want to play the "game". However, for me, I didn't choose to play the "game" and for this reason, as mentioned in the book, some of the doors of opportunity for me were closed. For anyone who is running a business or in the corporate world as mentioned, this is a must have. The author shares practical strategies that I've used before the printing of this book that were successful. Like how to position yourself with the right people to build a network, how to be a servant leader, perform self-assessments, and identify people of influence. My favorite section of the book covers: how to find mentors, how to use "why" to drive purposeful work and clarity among your peers, and my personal favorite - "how to balance celebration with accountability"....
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  • Megan DeVere
    5.0 out of 5 stars Don't go another day without this book
    Reviewed in the United States on February 24, 2025
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    As a serial entrepreneur with many failures under my belt it was really easy to fall into a bad pattern of self doubt and fear. I really struggled in my business life but also in my regular 9 to 5. (Yes both!) This book has some really practical tips for pulling yourself out of despair and discouragement. I feel renewed and like I have what it takes, I just needed a shift in focus. Great read, good for any ambitious person that feels stuck in a career rut.
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  • Hippiegrandma
    4.0 out of 5 stars Cracking the career code
    Reviewed in the United States on April 15, 2025
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    This book is like your cool, no-kidding mentor who hands you the game plan you've been missing. The Lost Map takes real-life experiences and turns them into practical tools—no fluff, just solid advice on job hunting, communication, leadership, and leveling up. This guide will give you the nudge (and the know-how) to move forward with purpose.
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    Reviewed in the United States on April 15, 2025
    This book is like your cool, no-kidding mentor who hands you the game plan you've been missing. The Lost Map takes real-life experiences and turns them into practical tools—no fluff, just solid advice on job hunting, communication, leadership, and leveling up. This guide will give you the nudge (and the know-how) to move forward with purpose.
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  • A Lynn
    5.0 out of 5 stars Really Practical Career Insights
    Reviewed in the United States on April 6, 2025
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    his is the kind of guide I wish I had early in my career. Fear and uncertainty kept me stuck in roles that did not reflect my potential and delayed my pursuit of business goals. The content in this book helps shift that mindset by offering grounded advice that is easy to apply. It speaks to new professionals and those already on their path who may be stuck or ready for a change. The guidance around navigating unhealthy work dynamics and making confident career moves was especially helpful. It reminded me that growth is possible at any stage with the right tools and clarity. The sections on communication and leadership provided insights that felt especially relevant and timely. This book serves as a steady reminder that you can reset your direction with purpose and practical steps.
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  • JamesH
    5.0 out of 5 stars It has a some good insights
    Reviewed in the United States on March 30, 2025
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    There was a lot in this book that I already knew, but that only makes it better for those seeking guidance and knowledge on their career. However, a part of the book that I was deeply drawn to was in Chapter 15, and is about knowing when to walk away from a mentorship. Whether it's from a disconnect of what type of work you're doing, how well it aligns to your personal ideals, or even if you've potentially outgrown the relationship. This book seems to add a lot of value and a lot of talking points about going through a career. I can see myself recommending this book to friends in the future.
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  • ANKIT D.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Everything in this book works! It just does.
    Reviewed in India on March 7, 2025
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    I heard about this book through a friend and decided to take it up expecting the usual motivational speeches. What I read completely blew me away. Ever get that feeling when someone tells you something and you realize what they are telling you is so right and so simple.. why didn’t I think of all this time? That is what you will feel all through this book. It makes you realize things that are right in front of you and you fail to notice due to your social conditioning. I started applying the action plans at the end of each chapter and I have already noticed major changes in the way I am perceived in my office. This book will be my gift to everyone going forward.
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  • Dirk Illenberger
    5.0 out of 5 stars Klar, motivierend und mit vielen Aha-Momenten
    Reviewed in Germany on April 4, 2025
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    „The Lost Map to Your Career“ von Shyam Uthaman ist so ein Buch, das man gerne schon ein paar Jahre früher gelesen hätte. Es ist kein typisches Karriere-Coaching mit steifen Regeln, sondern eher ein motivierender Begleiter für den eigenen Weg im Berufsleben.

    Was mir besonders gefallen hat: Der Autor schreibt so, als würde er mit einem im Café sitzen und aus eigener Erfahrung erzählen. Viele Beispiele sind direkt aus dem echten Leben und nicht nur theoretisches Gerede. Vor allem der Teil über Kommunikation im Job hat bei mir einen Nerv getroffen – kleine Veränderungen in der Wortwahl können echt viel bewirken.

    Ein paar Sachen waren für mich persönlich nicht komplett neu, aber die Art, wie sie vermittelt werden, macht trotzdem etwas mit einem. Man wird zum Nachdenken angeregt – und das ist am Ende das, was zählt.

    Fazit: Für alle, die im Job nicht nur funktionieren, sondern ihren eigenen Weg finden wollen – absolut lesenswert.
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  • JCheung
    5.0 out of 5 stars One of the best imo... Get it!
    Reviewed in Canada on March 9, 2025
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    I think this might be one of the best books I've read so far on career advice, interpersonal skills and how to handle office/organizational politics... In the beginning it felt a little like the project management course I had previously taken but with a lot more real-world insights along with interesting stories and scenarios. Later on, it covered basically everything you need to succeed in your professional life including conflict resolution and networking skills and so much more... I'm really glad I bought this book and will definitely be referring to it here and there to recap all the valuable insights and strategies. I love how it's written in a light-hearted, approachable way, even infused with a hint of humor from time to time. I'm glad at the end the author explained who Chad was lol...as I was wondering all along if this character was real or not. I guessed right haha! Excellent read! Highly recommend!
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  • EstherG
    5.0 out of 5 stars Professional,, easy, and insighful
    Reviewed in Spain on April 3, 2025
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    Weather you're just entering the workforce, wanting to change careers, or feeling stuck in your current position, this book offers practical guidance on how to navigate to the different stages of your professional life. One of the best parts of this book is the action plans at the end of the chapter, that help the reader apply all the knowledge learned and provide a more structured path for taking the firsts steps.
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  • Raffy
    5.0 out of 5 stars A Valuable Guide for Career Growth and Success
    Reviewed in Italy on March 15, 2025
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    Finding direction in your career can be challenging, but The Lost Map to Your Career offers clear, actionable steps to help navigate job searches, leadership development, and professional growth. The author's insights provide a well-structured approach to business communication, networking, and career management, making this a useful resource for professionals at any stage. Practical, engaging, and full of real-world advice, it’s a great companion for anyone looking to take their career to the next level.
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