Will You Benefit From a Career Coach?

Will You Benefit From a Career Coach?
By Todd B Bavol

A career coach could be someone you need to interact with if you want to change careers and are having a hard time doing so. If you need to find a new job that is in a field you have not worked in, these professionals can provide you with a service. They can help you to get your foot in the door in many instances. Before you invest in a career coach, though, be sure you've talked to all other resources first.

Who Can Help You?

It is a very good idea to discuss the options you have to change careers with those who can help you. For example, your current human resource manager may be able to give you direction and help in how to make this type of change within the same company. Just alerting this team can help you to get the thoughts moving. You may also want to simply begin looking for a job in your field and then work with prospective employers about how your job skills are a good fit even if it is a big change. Finally, be sure to turn to staffing agencies who can help you to make that move. If you want to change careers, explore these options before you dive in and hire a career coach.

What Can a Career Coach Offer?

The next step is to understand what the career coach can help you with. If you want to change careers, he or she may recommend more education and training to ensure your job skills match. He or she should be an expert in the field you are interested in getting into (not just a basic provider to help you to find a job.) You also want to be sure this professional has the means and tools to help you to make the key connections you need to make to change careers. It is not an easy process, but it is one that is done more effectively when you have an expert who is able to help you to make the change.

To find a job, consider the options you have in your current company, on the job boards or with staffing agencies. When you need to make a drastic move, change careers with the help of a career coach. However, be sure to vet this person to know exactly what he or she can offer and what it costs to work with this type of professional.

Todd Bavol is the President and CEO of Integrity Staffing Solutions. Integrity Staffing Solutions is a national staffing firm assisting individuals and corporations in making the right employment fit. To view job openings in Warehouse, Professional and Administrative positions, visit the Integrity Staffing Solutions web site at http://www.integritystaffing.com.

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