Pisanelli utilizes his extensive experience to deliver an insightful guide for members of today's workforce who find themselves increasingly dissatisfied and, at the same time, in fear of being viewed as obsolete. He worked in the corporate world for many years, observing character traits that enabled some people to transform from employees into entrepreneurs while others remained in an unfulfilling cycle in which work was solely a means of income. The Phoenix became his metaphor and vision of an employee who has left the "job" and started rebuilding a new career.

This book is brilliantly structured with Pisanelli's story of his own transformation and his astute perceptions braided into his introduction to the Phoenix Career Principles. He clearly defines these principles, including how to apply them, and inserts relevant references to validate the concepts. Two examples of his tenets are managing external change and the entrepreneurial mind. His concrete action steps provide a scaffolding for readers to begin developing their own plans. Also, the additional use of quotes or values from successful entrepreneurs requires the audience to stretch their underlying assumptions to shift their mindset.

The author demonstrates his depth of knowledge and expertise through precise, intentional language. He skillfully makes high-level conceptual ideas digestible with relatable stories that correlate perfectly. Pisanelli addresses the reality of how the current rapidly changing marketplace is a source of fear and anxiety for the workforce. However, this does not deter him from his positive, future-focused attitude. The book will appeal to many readers, not only those considering making significant changes in their careers. It could be a valuable resource for other career coaches or entrepreneurial business courses.

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