The workplace is being upended by artificial intelligence, and a new award-winning guide aims to give professionals a practical blueprint for staying ahead. Dr. Madeleine F. Wallace, a career strategist and former National Institutes of Health leader, has been named a Distinguished Favorite in the Career category at the 2026 NYC Big Book Award for her workbook “THRIVE IN THE AI AND DIGITAL AGE: The SEAM 4-Step Career Guide & Workbook.” The recognition signals a growing demand for actionable strategies that help workers navigate the uncertainty of automation, machine learning, and shifting job roles.
Author Madeleine F. Wallace, Ph.D.
"THRIVE IN THE AI AND DIGITAL AGE: The SEAM 4-Step Career Guide & Workbook"
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SEAL 2026 NYC Big Book Award Distinguished Favorite
Acclaimed Workplace Workbook ‘THRIVE IN THE AI AND DIGITAL AGE’ Recognized For Practical Career Advice; Double Celebration For The Wallace Household.
GREATER ARLINGTON – WASHINGTON, D.C. AREA, VA, UNITED STATES, November 9, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — The award is a milestone for Wallace, whose workbook was also recognized by Printed Word Reviews for its timely frameworks. But the celebration extends beyond her own achievement: her husband, author Stephen J. Wallace, also earned honors at the same awards for his satirical workplace novel, "Average Civil Employee: A Novel of Bureaucratic Absurdities." Together, their dual recognition offers two distinct lenses on modern work life — one focused on forward-looking career strategy, the other on the humor and absurdity of institutional bureaucracy.
The NYC Big Book Award is an annual international literary competition that draws entries from publishers, authors, and industry professionals worldwide. Entries are rigorously judged by a panel of publishers, editors, librarians, and booksellers, who evaluate submissions on editorial excellence, practical utility, and professional impact within each category.
As generative AI, automation, and machine learning continue to reshape entire industries, professionals at every career stage are confronting unprecedented changes in job stability and function. In her award-winning guide, Wallace introduces the proprietary SEAM Framework — a tactical four-step methodology designed to turn digital disruption into career momentum. The workbook bridges high-level analysis with hands-on application, offering targeted exercises, skill-auditing matrices, and actionable strategies to help professionals adapt to technological shifts and build long-term career resilience.
"To have 'THRIVE IN THE AI AND DIGITAL AGE' recognized as a Distinguished Favorite by the NYC Big Book Award panel is an immense privilege," said Madeleine F. Wallace, Ph.D. "Technological shifts are fundamentally restructuring traditional career paths. My goal with the SEAM framework is to move professionals from defensive uncertainty into proactive strategy, equipping them with a clear, measurable blueprint to build resilience, cultivate durable human skills, and excel in today’s modern workforce."
The book was featured in Printed Word Reviews’ 2026 Holiday Gift Guide, which described it as "A practical four-step agile career framework designed to help professionals navigate ongoing technological disruptions." The full review can be found here: https://www.printedwordreviews.com/bookreviews/9781961600140. Additionally, the workbook is prominently highlighted in the current issue of Printed Word Reviews, which is attached to this release, showcasing it as an outstanding non-fiction release delivering high-impact insights for contemporary business and leadership audiences.
Key Highlights of this Award-Winning Guide:
- Elite Industry Recognition: Honored as a Distinguished Favorite in the Career category at the prestigious 2026 NYC Big Book Awards.
- Proprietary SEAM Methodology: A proven structured four-step system (Snapshot, Envision, Act, Measure) that guides readers through auditing transferable skills, repositioning their professional brand, capitalizing on emerging tech stacks, and executing long-term career resilience.
- Hands-On Application: Blends strategic theory with interactive workbook exercises, self-assessments, and execution plans designed to support career transformation through practical, measurable action.
- Critical Media Acclaim: The book was included in Printed Word Reviews’ 2026 Holiday Gift Guide as a pivotal resource for career adaptation.
- Global Availability: Accessible worldwide in paperback and digital eBook editions through major retailers, including Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and independent booksellers.
About Madeleine F. Wallace, Ph.D.
Madeleine F. Wallace, Ph.D., is the founder and CEO of Windrose Vision, an author, and a former evaluation and performance leader at the National Institutes of Health. She holds a Ph.D. in Sociology from the University of Tennessee and has more than two decades of experience in evaluation, strategic planning, and performance measurement. Her books, Thrive in the AI and Digital Age and The SEAM Framework, offer practical approaches to career transformation and organizational change. Learn more at madeleinewallace.com.
About the NYC Big Book Award
The NYC Big Book Award celebrates excellence across independent, mainstream, and self-published book releases worldwide. Judged by a diverse panel of book industry specialists, the competition recognizes standout titles across fiction and non-fiction categories that demonstrate compelling authority, outstanding design, and significant cultural or professional relevance. For more information, visit www.nycbigbookaward.com.
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Why it matters: As AI continues to disrupt traditional career paths, frameworks like the SEAM methodology offer workers a structured way to adapt rather than react. Wallace’s recognition by a major literary award underscores that career resilience is no longer optional — it’s a skill that needs to be learned, practiced, and updated as technology evolves.
