Do you need a career coach?

 

Job-seekers or career changers are sometimes afraid to admit that they may need some help and guidance from an outside career professional. Rather than a sign of weakness or defeat, using a career coach could be the smartest decision you make. A career coach can offer new directions along with fresh perspectives and ideas.
 

Do you need the services of a professional career coach? Take our quiz and find out.
(Scoring can be found at the end of the quiz.)
 

1   I’m feeling bored and unfulfilled in my career.

TRUE

FALSE

I am concerned about being downsized and need a career plan.

TRUE

FALSE

I got downsized, and can’t find my old work any more.

TRUE

FALSE

I feel as though I have lost direction in my career and am not sure how to get it back.

TRUE

FALSE

I am not getting results in my current job search.

TRUE

FALSE

I need help and support in developing my professional network. 

TRUE

FALSE

I feel like I’m struggling to get out of bed each morning to go to work.

TRUE

FALSE

I have been passed over for a promotion more than once. 

TRUE

FALSE

I’m having a hard time fitting in at work.

TRUE

FALSE

I feel I’m not getting paid what I’m worth.

TRUE

FALSE

I am ready to take action with my career, but need some guidance.

TRUE

FALSE

I made a bad choice when I first chose my career, and I’m ready to set it right.

TRUE

FALSE

All I wanted for a job, in the past, was money; now I want meaning. 

TRUE

FALSE

 

Scoring Directions: Give yourself one point for each "true" response.

Answering true to even one of these statements may indicate a need for using a career coach.

1 point:

Your career is generally in good shape, but you need to find the time to deal with the issue you're facing. Consider using a career coach if you need help sorting things out.

 

2-3 points:

Your career is heading to a major turning point. A career coach could help you deal with identifying the obstacles and determine a course of action.

 

3+ points:

Your career has multiple problems that you may not be able to sort through on your own. A career coach could help you work through the problems- faster.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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