Whats the difference between career counseling and career coaching?
A career counselor serves as the expert in the career development process. The counselor takes the lead in setting the agenda. Typically, the counselor administers a battery of assessments; identifies jobs that match your skills; helps you prepare your resume and cover letters; manages the job search process; and helps you prepare for interviews. If these skills are what you need, you may want to contact a career counselor. A career coach serves as your partner in the career development process. You set the agenda, and the coach helps you make it happen. You are the expert about what you want from your life and your work, and the coach is an expert at asking powerful questions, brainstorming, and helping you get unstuck and move forward. The coach assists you in finding your own answers to the question, What do I want in my life and my work? If you are somewhat self-directed, willing to take responsibility for finding the work of your dreams, and ready to make changes, then you are in
