Question 1

1:1 Coaching Appointments

Accepted Answer

Coaching is a series of confidential guided conversations that achieve positive outcomes when clients are prepared to articulate, explore, and reflect on development areas. This approach will help a client to:
·       Clarify underlying motivations, interests, and abilities and connect these to career paths
·       Reflect on personal traits, develop goals and purpose; Explore issues or challenges
·       Identify and set personal and career development priorities
·       Focus on the present in order to create actionable strategies for the future.

Question 2

Job Search Strategy

Accepted Answer

Developing a clear and proactive job search strategy that is centered around networking rather than the ‘quick apply’ button! Networking is an invaluable tool in career development and a plan will bring method, strategy, and insight. The creation of a target list of companies within a client's preferred industry or sector, using headings such as:
·       Motivations
·       Dream Employers
·       Contacts & Advocates
·       Job Postings / Opportunities

Question 3

Document Review: CV/Cover Letter

Accepted Answer

Developing an authentic career narrative using a framework will help clients describe the past, and the value they bring to a future employer. This approach will assist clients to write and refine a CV and Cover Letter (job application documents) that reflect the needs of the market, evidence key skills, and deliver with impact and authenticity.

Question 4

Interview Preparation and Mock Interviews

Accepted Answer

To prepare for interviews, you need to reflect on aspects of your journey so far and articulate in a concise and structured manner:
·       Your story
·       Motivations & fit
·       Strengths – behavioural competencies
·       Evidence specific skills 
·       Personal insights