Career counselling can be helpful at every point of someone’s professional path. An one-on-one career counselling experience is for those individuals who are willing and ready to dedicate time to focus on their career growth and development. Individuals who may benefit from career coaching include:
Freshers starting their career
Professionals changing their careers
Professionals restarting their career after a break
Students & Professional interested in studying abroad
Individuals dissatisfied with their career & confused about what to do
Here are a few points to consider while you select a Career Consultant:
Find a consultant who specializes in the area you’re seeking guidance in.
Many Career Consultants offer a free consultation. Take advantage of this opportunity! It gives you a chance to talk to the coach personally and understand how they can help you.
It is important to understand the consultation process.
Verify and ask your consultant about their certification and experience. Don’t get bullied into a program that is out to sell a course or a university.
People are generally more successful if they work with a career consultant over time. You cannot solve your problem in a 30 minute free consultation. Counselling requires time and patience from your end, in order to make a change. Depending on each individual and their situation, they may require a two or multiple career counselling sessions.
Based on the number of sessions you and your coach agree on at the time of your initial consultation, the cost will vary accordingly.
A career consultant is NOT a psychologist. They are excellent listeners that doesn't mean you expect them to listen your emotional and/or psychological problems. It is expected that you share your choices and interests in career so you both actively work towards your career plan
A career consultant is NOT an astrologer! Don’t expect your career consultant to predict and tell you what to do with your life. A career coach is an effective facilitator. They will guide and mentor you to find ways in which you can positively enhance your career.