Book Talk of Dear Rookie, Don’t Panic: The Ultimate Guide for Thriving in Your First Job by Pawan Kumar Marella

Dear Rookie, Don’t Panic: The Ultimate Guide for Thriving in Your First Job

This book speaks directly to the struggles of a newcomer. From handling self doubt to understanding unspoken workplace expectations, it offers real solutions that you can apply immediately. The writing is warm, crisp, and deeply reassuring. Instead of offering shortcuts, it teaches you how to build your foundation through consistency, self awareness, small wins, and meaningful relationships.

Many rookies avoid talking to their team out of fear or hesitation, and this book gently breaks that barrier. You also learn how to take feedback positively, how to stay focused with short goal cycles, and how to show your value through action instead of trying to impress overnight. You walk in with big dreams, only to realise that real work demands emotional intelligence, communication skills, and confidence that no college ever prepared you for.

Even if you are fresh out of college, switching roles, or trying to understand the corporate landscape better, Dear Rookie, Don’t Panic offers you honest guidance that feels like mentorship on paper. The lessons shared are timeless and relatable for anyone shaping their career.

About the Author: Pawan Kumar Marella

Pawan is a seasoned sales, marketing, general management, and strategy professional with over twenty one years of experience at Unilever. He began his journey in India, building expertise across multiple roles for eleven years, before spending eight years expanding Unilever’s business across Africa. Now based in London, he focuses on developing marketing capabilities throughout the organisation.

He holds a chemical engineering degree from IIT Kharagpur and an MBA from IIM Calcutta. Passionate about leadership and learning, Pawan is driven by the goal of creating positive impact for people, businesses, and the planet. His writing reflects his depth of experience, clarity of thought, and commitment to helping others grow.

Book Link: https://amzn.to/3LKZBlD