7 Reasons to Hire a Career Coach

7 Solid Reasons to Hire a Career Coach

The road to success is peppered with dangers at almost every turn. And no matter how gifted you are or how hard you work, there will come a time when you stall or plateau. So you can not go any further and achieve your goals. Fortunately, the advantage of obstacles is that they are often opportunities for growth - the kind of growth that can result in major breakthroughs. The challenge is to recognize obstacles for what they really are and then respond effectively to them. That is where a career coach comes in. Whether you are looking to jumpstart a stalled business, change occupations, or start brand new in a field that’s right for you, here’s a look at 7 very good reasons for hiring a career coach to help you realize your full potential.

 1.    A career coach can help you discover your true passion

We all seek careers that will bring us maximum fulfillment—to do the kinds of things we would do even if we weren’t getting paid. Unfortunately, when choosing a career path that is right for us, our often limited perceptions of ourselves can keep us from looking at all the options. Or maybe we’re already so stuck in a 9 to 5 rut that we feel like we have no other options. In hiring a career coach we are bringing in an unbiased observer who has the ability to see our situation objectively and can help us do the same. Utilizing special tools and techniques, career coaches offer fresh insights and perspectives that can lead you to discover new career options you may not have otherwise considered. And being that many career coaches have strong connections with employers in a number of fields, they can also help to open the doors that can lead you to a more rewarding career.

2.    Career coaches facilitate self-discovery

Career coaches have the ability to evaluate your strengths and weaknesses much more objectively than you can. And the coaching process will often lead you to learning new things about who you are and what you’re capable of accomplishing. These realizations can aid you in being more successful on your current career path, or give you the confidence to start a new path altogether.

3.    Career coaches can teach you new skills and techniques

In any given field there are always new skills to learn or tools to use that can help you to be more effective. But all too often you’re so busy doing what you’re doing that you don’t have the time or resources to explore them. A business coach who has expertise in your field will not only acquaint you with the latest tools and techniques, you never know you might become an expert in Aircraft Modification, they’ll also help you to utilize them for maximum success.

4.    Career coaches can help you to overcome fear and doubt

Whether you’re trying to land that first good job, changing careers, or starting your own business from scratch, having fears and doubts is a natural part of the process. In fact, if you’re not experiencing a certain amount of apprehension and uncertainty when making career decisions, then you are probably not setting big enough goals. Career coaches can help you to overcome fear and doubt by helping you to gain a clearer more realistic picture of the risks and rewards of your pursuits. In addition, they will help you to recognize and leverage your strengths and talents to overcome those fears and doubts that are keeping you from success.

5.    Career coaches can get you out of a rut

Even savvy entrepreneurs can get stuck in ruts if they’re not careful. And the problem with ruts is that you can fall into one and not even know it. Career coaches are trained to recognize the ruts that lead to career and business stagnation. Armed with a fresh objective eye, they can identify mistakes and help you to avoid repeating them. They can also provide you with unbiased information that will help you to be a better decision maker. And once you get back on course, a business coach can help you to maintain the focus and momentum that will get you to your goals.

6.    Career coaches help you to become empowered

Few things are more empowering than achieving success in a career that you love. And that’s what career coaching is all about. It’s about helping others to achieve success through recognizing and living up to their true potential.


Drs. Christiaan Janssens MBA
Executive Coach CJ Coaching
CRO Akwa Wellness

5 Tips on Approaching Tough Job and Career Issues

Five Tips on Approaching Tough Job and Career Issues

So you have a job that you’re just not suited too. Maybe the role has gone a little stale or its time to kick start your career and get the position you have always desired. Well, sitting around just doesn’t cut it in today’s market, inaction leads to lethargy and stalling your career could have a detrimental affect on your future.

We’ve all dealt with the ups and downs of life, whether they are BIG global issues that affect us or just a bad hair day. Whatever the circumstance it’s how we deal with issues that really formulates our attitude and success. Here are five points to remember when dealing with the career obstacles life hands us.

Make a choice
No matter the circumstance, make a choice today where you want to be in your job and your career. If not, move on; take steps to change careers by initiating contact with recruiters in your desired sector.

Embrace the challenge
Obstacles, problems and issues are truly the greatest opportunity to grow as a person and in your career. If you are weak in an area, embrace it and make plans to overcome. Let the people around you know that you do not shy away from issues and that you meet them head on. There are many books that will help you embrace, challenge and overcome obstacles.

Smile in the face of adversity
When you truly embrace and understand the value of personal growth, a problem or challenge is a gift. Treat it as such and know that while it may be difficult for a time in the long run, the knowledge and strength gained is a positive. I often here the phrase ‘it’s better the devil you know’ from people talking about their careers to which I counter with ‘the grass is often greener’. If things are not as desired, tackle it, head first and put your career back on track.

Look in the mirror
You are responsible and accountable for actions and how you react to all personal and career situations whether negative or positive. Do you know people who missed a promotion or made the wrong career decision and missed out on big events? Sure you do, we all do. The question is how did they react and how will you react.

Take ownership
Only you can initiate the first move. Be decisive and honest with your career.

Drs. Christiaan Janssens MBA
Executive Coach CJ Coaching
CRO Akwa Wellness