Why a career coach?

Looking for a new job is a job in itself. I mean that. Companies want you to be employed to be hired, but they also want you to be available for interviews any moment. How are you expected to do all that, and know market data, the ever changing professional landscape, resume hacks, & what the going rate is for your profession?

Answer: You’re not supposed to know all that! You can’t be 57 people in one and work 40+ hours a week.

What the heck IS a career coach?

Imagine a Human Resources (HR) department that actually worked for you and not a company. Like the one at your office, except we’re actually working for you, negotiating for you, and genuinely have your best interest at heart.

What does a career coach do?

That depends on the one you hire. It’s important to research who you’re hiring and their experience. I see Tiktok “career coach“ types charging $600 an hour and I can’t find their experience or credentials, beyond 1.2 million followers. A lot of followers does not make someone an expert, and I can think of very few people in this world worth $600 per hour (Johnny Depp’s lawyer, Camille Vasquez, maybe the rare exception).

What do I do?

I discuss the market, both job and financial. In the current climate, things are moving at a rapid pace, it is literally a full time job keeping up on market changes. I have over 12 years of intimate knowledge on specific companies and their benefits, the ones they don’t proudly show you on their website. I have spreadsheets tracking professions, location, and cost analysis. I discuss options going forward, career and education next steps. I layout a blueprint of your 2-5 year plan and how to get there, working with you to establish your goals along the way. I help you pinpoint financial and benefit must haves and how to negotiate the terms you’re interested in. Interview prep, LinkedIn tips, resume cleaning up. I’m here for it all, start to finish.

A well informed employee knows what and how to ask for what they want.

When to hire a career coach/consultant?

Most people assume a career coach/consultant is only beneficial after you have been applying for months and are in desperate need of a job. While that is a good time to get one, I’m here to help you at any crossroads in your career.

If you’re thinking about leaving your job, or wanting more from your current position, you may want to hire a career consultant. Be proactive in your needs and open with your professional situation. The last thing you want to do is wait until it feels like you absolutely detest your job and can’t stand going into the office or looking at your boss.