38 Lessons You Don’t Want to Learn the Hard Way Available Now!

The bestselling author of Who’s Your Gladys shares 38 essential lessons for creating a successful career. YOU get to learn from the mistakes she’s made throughout her career.

About the Book

Over her 30+ year career, Lori Jo Vest, aka “Work Mom”, has made just about every professional mistake there is to make and turned those learned lessons into a long, successful career.

From avoiding office romance to removing yourself from drama and taking care of your mental health, Vest offers a wide range of advice to help you be strategic in your career and play the emotional contact sport of business.

Advance Praise

“This book is a must read for all 20 – 25 year olds and a great refresher for ALL adults in the workplace. Lori Jo is raw and real providing wisdom to rapidly accelerate career paths and improve work culture. This is real world advice not found in text books or lectures and is foundational for all future leaders.”

-Jan Griffiths, President and Founder of Gravitas Detroit

“Chocked full of practical wisdom and based on Lori Vest’s own experiences, this book presents information that will speed up new professionals’ adjustment to the workplace. Much of the content speaks to having integrity. Lori uses her deep understanding, empathy, and humor to communicate important steps to success. It is a great guide to those just starting their careers.”

– Carolyn Hancock, Therapist

“A book that will put you in your place … in a good way! Lori tells it like it is, allowing readers to learn from her experience to avoid all-too-common pitfalls in the workplace. A must-read for those just starting out!”

– Chrissie Zavicar, Co-Founder and CEO of Stack Brands