Career Coaching
Unless you are independently wealthy, you will likely spend between 40 and 50 years of your life engaging in some type of work to support yourself and/or your family. In the last 20 years technology has revolutionized the way people engage in their work, opening up a wealth of career and training opportunities. The 40 hour work week has evolved into a 24/7 work/life blend. While it's true that increased opportunity and flexibility can be advantageous, it's easy to get lost in a sea of choice. With so many options to choose from and the high cost of education and training, it makes sense to invest in some practical guidance to help you find the vocation that best fits with your life goals and personal strengths. Whether you are just beginning your career, or are looking to transition out of your current situation, our coaches can work with you to identify the tools and resources you need to make the right decision.
Our career coaching program is a structured process which uses tools and assessments, as well as information interviews and networking to help you explore your talents and strenths, and understand your needs and goals. Your career satisfaction will ultimately depend on the content of your day to day activities, as well as the potential your career holds for you in the long term. Your coach will facilitate your exploration of these details to ensure that you can make your decision with confidence.
• Introduction – This initial session will allow you to meet your coach and determine if his/her style and personality is a fit for you. You should come prepared to discuss what prompted you to consider hiring a coach, and to understand what you would like to get out of the coaching process. We will review your objectives and timeframes, and discuss how quickly you need to move towards your goals. If we determine that it’s not a good match, your coach will happily provide you with recommendations of other professionals who might better fit your needs. This is generally a 30 minute session and is free of charge.
• Discovery – If we determine based on the introductory session that your needs and my style are a good match, we move on to the discovery session(s). These are generally 45 minutes in length and allow us to explore in depth your goals and challenges. The content of these sessions varies widely depending on your goals, but may include some of the following:
- Personal Vision Statement Development
- Skill/Strength Assessment
- Learning style Assessment
- Time Management Exercises
- Personal Financial Planning Tools
- Informational Interview Preparation
• Success Framework – Once we have delved into the details of your priorities, goals, and obstacles to success, we will work together to lay out a series of steps to explore the careers that may be a fit for you. This will involve using the tools and resources you explored in your sessions to uncover the realities of daily life in each potential career path. Your Coach will help you hold yourself accountable for accomplishing each step, as well as helping you manage adjustments and changes to your plan as the inevitable changes arrive. These sessions are generally 45 minutes in length and take place over a period of a month or more, depending on your needs.
• Follow Up – After walking through the process together, ideally you have developed the skills to take on new goals and build on your initial success. Over the next 2-12 months, we can meet either in person or by phone (generally for about 30 minutes) to work through any issues you encounter, brainstorm solutions to unexpected challenges, and collaborate to find the resources you need to move forward.
Unless you are independently wealthy, you will likely spend between 40 and 50 years of your life engaging in some type of work to support yourself and/or your family. In the last 20 years technology has revolutionized the way people engage in their work, opening up a wealth of career and training opportunities. The 40 hour work week has evolved into a 24/7 work/life blend. While it's true that increased opportunity and flexibility can be advantageous, it's easy to get lost in a sea of choice. With so many options to choose from and the high cost of education and training, it makes sense to invest in some practical guidance to help you find the vocation that best fits with your life goals and personal strengths. Whether you are just beginning your career, or are looking to transition out of your current situation, our coaches can work with you to identify the tools and resources you need to make the right decision.
Our career coaching program is a structured process which uses tools and assessments, as well as information interviews and networking to help you explore your talents and strenths, and understand your needs and goals. Your career satisfaction will ultimately depend on the content of your day to day activities, as well as the potential your career holds for you in the long term. Your coach will facilitate your exploration of these details to ensure that you can make your decision with confidence.
• Introduction – This initial session will allow you to meet your coach and determine if his/her style and personality is a fit for you. You should come prepared to discuss what prompted you to consider hiring a coach, and to understand what you would like to get out of the coaching process. We will review your objectives and timeframes, and discuss how quickly you need to move towards your goals. If we determine that it’s not a good match, your coach will happily provide you with recommendations of other professionals who might better fit your needs. This is generally a 30 minute session and is free of charge.
• Discovery – If we determine based on the introductory session that your needs and my style are a good match, we move on to the discovery session(s). These are generally 45 minutes in length and allow us to explore in depth your goals and challenges. The content of these sessions varies widely depending on your goals, but may include some of the following:
- Personal Vision Statement Development
- Skill/Strength Assessment
- Learning style Assessment
- Time Management Exercises
- Personal Financial Planning Tools
- Informational Interview Preparation
• Success Framework – Once we have delved into the details of your priorities, goals, and obstacles to success, we will work together to lay out a series of steps to explore the careers that may be a fit for you. This will involve using the tools and resources you explored in your sessions to uncover the realities of daily life in each potential career path. Your Coach will help you hold yourself accountable for accomplishing each step, as well as helping you manage adjustments and changes to your plan as the inevitable changes arrive. These sessions are generally 45 minutes in length and take place over a period of a month or more, depending on your needs.
• Follow Up – After walking through the process together, ideally you have developed the skills to take on new goals and build on your initial success. Over the next 2-12 months, we can meet either in person or by phone (generally for about 30 minutes) to work through any issues you encounter, brainstorm solutions to unexpected challenges, and collaborate to find the resources you need to move forward.
Personal Focus Coaching
Career - Management - Life
Practical Strategies for Success
Practical Strategies for Success
"I always wanted to be an elementary school teacher, but after a few years of teaching I was really unhappy and frustrated with my choice. Working with a coach helped me focus on what motivates me day to day, and what careers include those factors. I'm much happier in my new career as a registered nurse!"
Personal Focus Coaching - Hudson - Massachusetts - 01749 - (978) 866-0908 info@personalfocuscoaching.com