Career Diplomacy
Life and Work in the US Foreign Service
What's it about
Dream of representing your country abroad but don't know where to start? This guide demystifies the path to becoming a US diplomat. Get a realistic, insider's look at the Foreign Service, from the rigorous entry exam to the daily challenges and immense rewards of a diplomatic career. Discover the essential skills you'll need to thrive, whether you're negotiating treaties or assisting Americans in crisis. You'll learn what life is really like for diplomats and their families, understand the different career tracks, and get practical advice on navigating the entire selection process successfully.
Meet the author
Harry W. Kopp and John K. Naland are distinguished former Foreign Service Officers whose combined decades of experience shaped this essential guide to diplomatic life. Their extensive careers, spanning numerous overseas posts and high-level assignments in Washington, provided them with unparalleled insights into the challenges and rewards of the Foreign Service. This firsthand knowledge inspired them to create the definitive resource for anyone aspiring to a career in diplomacy, offering an honest and comprehensive look at the profession they know so well.
What's it about
Dream of representing your country abroad but don't know where to start? This guide demystifies the path to becoming a US diplomat. Get a realistic, insider's look at the Foreign Service, from the rigorous entry exam to the daily challenges and immense rewards of a diplomatic career. Discover the essential skills you'll need to thrive, whether you're negotiating treaties or assisting Americans in crisis. You'll learn what life is really like for diplomats and their families, understand the different career tracks, and get practical advice on navigating the entire selection process successfully.
Meet the author
Harry W. Kopp and John K. Naland are distinguished former Foreign Service Officers whose combined decades of experience shaped this essential guide to diplomatic life. Their extensive careers, spanning numerous overseas posts and high-level assignments in Washington, provided them with unparalleled insights into the challenges and rewards of the Foreign Service. This firsthand knowledge inspired them to create the definitive resource for anyone aspiring to a career in diplomacy, offering an honest and comprehensive look at the profession they know so well.
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