I just left a really informative and actionable session featuring three authors of the best-selling book I Didn't See It Coming.

Amy Kopelan, President, Bedlam Entertainment Inc. and former Programming Manager, Good Morning America, Nancy Widmann, Broadcasting Hall of Fame inductee; first woman president at CBS and Babson's own Elaine Eisenman, Dean, Babson Executive Education walked us through the steps to create our own personal exit strategy and how to deal with career situations that can take you by surprise.

A few key takeaways:

1. What is your value proposition?  You are your own brand!

2.Develop an “Exit Strategy Skill Bank”

• Talents I possess
• Targets to best apply my skills
• Skills wish list
• Action steps

3.And my favorite…develop a personal board of advisors. 

For more great tips, pick up the book and also visit http://www.ididntseeitcomingthebook.com/