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Why should I use a job search coach?
If it's important to you to find a job that is satisfying, pays you what you
are worth and fits with your interests and values, consider using a job search
coach. If it's important to you that you don't waste time following false leads
and engaging in activities that don't pay off, consider using a job search
coach. A coach with a well-developed understanding of how the search process
works can be a valuable resource at a time when stress levels can be extremely
high. A knowledgeable job search coach can take the guesswork, wasted time and
energy and stress out of your job search and facilitate your smooth transition
from one job to the next, more satisfying job.
What does a job search coach do?
A job search coach uses her knowledge of recruiting and selection processes,
the current job market and human behaviour to advise clients in all aspects of
their search. As a result, the client's chances of landing a satisfying
position in a reasonable amount of time are significantly enhanced.
What is important in identifying a coach with whom to work?
While many of us have some experience in the job search process, a job search
coach must have experience from both the perspective of the job seeker as well
as that of the employer. Understanding the hiring process enables the coach to
advise the client on useful activities and practices that will produce results
and positively influence employers. A good job search coach is also skilled in
listening to and understanding the client's current situation and goals,
enabling her to get on the same wavelength as the client and ask the right
question at the right moment; an extremely powerful tool in the job search
process.
What is considered a good success rate for a job search coach?
As with any endeavour, the quality of the result is highly influenced by the
quality of input. Success in a coaching relationship relies equally on both
parties. The coach's role is to understand, communicate and advise in a way
that facilitates understanding as well as action. Once the coach's advice is
clearly understood, the client's role is to carry out that advice to the best
of their ability. The quality of the coaching relationship highly influences
the rate of success.
What is an assessment?
In the job search process, assessments are used to give the client and the
coach a clear understanding of where job satisfaction lies. This can involve
the assessment of interests, values, personal preferences, strengths and
abilities. From here, the client is able to make informed decisions that will
result in more promising opportunities. The assessment process will also assist
the client in asking relevant questions during interviews.
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