Sink or Swim

Did you know that 25% of new employees won't make it through their first year on the job? If you're about to start a new position, Sink or Swim will help you survive (and thrive). The book provides help with goal setting, time management, gaining knowledge, working on a team, and polishing your image. There's step-by-step, daily, and weekly advice to help you become a top performer at your new company.

Another good new book for job seekers, especially for recent graduates, is How to Survive the Real Wold: Life After College Graduation. It's has good tips and practical advice on finding a job from students and graduates who have successfully job searched.