The Career Coach Blog
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The Career Coach gives you the knowledge, skills and confidence to effectively take the next positive step in your career. Your Career Coach is Rob Moore, an experienced coach, workshop facilitator, trainer and business advisor with over 25 years' experience in public and private sector coaching, recruitment and entrepreneurial business ownership.
The Career Coach Blog
3M ago
The silent cry from employees affected by redundancy is usually “please look after me when I’m leaving”
In today's ever-evolving business environment, where rapid technological advancements, shifting consumer behaviours, and economic fluctuations are the norm, redundancy is an unfortunate reality for many organizations.
While these restructuring measures may be necessary to ensure long-term viability, they can also leave employees facing an uncertain future. This is where outplacement services come into play, offering a crucial support system for those affected by redundancy.
A ..read more
The Career Coach Blog
3M ago
Now is a great time to check in on your career and think about the future. The world of work is changing, and it's important to be prepared for what's coming.
Step 1: Define Your Ideal Job
What would make a job ideal for you? Think about the tasks, responsibilities, and situations that you enjoy. Write down your "likes" and "dislikes" in a list. Then, consider your boundaries and what would be on your "Ideal" and "Would Consider" lists for location, reward, and work style.
Step 2: Identify Your Skills
What skills do you have? Make a list of your business, technical, soft, and life skills ..read more
The Career Coach Blog
3M ago
Redundancy can be a daunting experience, but it also presents an opportunity to reassess your career goals and pursue a more fulfilling path.
Instead of dwelling on the past, seize this opportunity to take control of your situation and chart a course towards a brighter future.
Recognise What You Can and Can't Control
While it's understandable to feel powerless in the face of redundancy, remember that you have a say in how you navigate this transition. Focus on the aspects you can influence, such as:
· Negotiating a Fair Settlement: Explore your contractual entitle ..read more
The Career Coach Blog
3M ago
In this brief blog, you will learn how a Career Coach can help you right now, including what it is, how it works, and what a Coach does. Additionally, we will debunk some myths and misconceptions about career coaching.
For those who have experienced professional coaching, it may seem straightforward. However, for those who have no coaching experience, it might come across as convoluted. It is often shrouded in jargon, mistaken for psychologically grounded therapy, or mixed up with specific skill development programs.
Remember that career coaching = outplacement = career coaching = outplacemen ..read more
The Career Coach Blog
3M ago
Just like a marathon requires careful preparation, achieving your career goals, such as a promotion, takes dedication and strategic planning.
Here are some key steps to consider:
1. Self-Assessment: Before embarking on your career journey, assess your current skillset and expertise. Identify areas that need improvement or further development.
2. Upskill and Reskill: Enrol in relevant training programs, attend workshops, or pursue professional certifications to enhance your knowledge and skills.
3. Networking and Building Rel ..read more
The Career Coach Blog
3M ago
“The beautiful thing about learning is nobody can take it away from you.” B.B. King
Like it or not, you have all showed your resilience, flexibility, and remote working abilities during the last few years. Some have lapped it up, some have rejected it, but we all know deep down that the way we work, learn to work, and learn at work! has changed forever.
Feedback from coaching clients has told me that for some, they have a little bit more time (due to lack of work or no commute) on their hands, so they have designated some or all of that as their new ‘learning time’.
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The Career Coach Blog
3M ago
When business decisions necessitate the separation of employees, it's natural to view the relationship as severed. This perception stems from the assumption that parting ways is an inevitable cost of doing business, a consequence of market shifts or strategic shifts.
However, this approach overlooks the multifaceted value that an "outgoing employee" represents. Far from being a mere cost to be minimized, these individuals hold the potential to enhance the company's reputation, maintain a positive workforce morale, and even contribute to future recruitment efforts.
A Strategic Bargaining Chip ..read more
The Career Coach Blog
11M ago
Great to chat to the team and the career seekers who are using myjobscotland to find their next role
Check out the video on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TswJ-F58xHY ..read more
The Career Coach Blog
1y ago
Pointing Out That How You Phrase Your Salary Expectations Gives A Different Impression To The Recruiter.
Interesting chat with the team at Bored Panda , great to be able to contribute to this article about salary negotiation. https://www.boredpanda.com/salary-negotiation-never-say ..read more
The Career Coach Blog
1y ago
Find out how in this 3 minute read
In this quick blog you’ll find out how a Career Coach can help you right now, with some views on what it’s for, how it works and what a coach does– while also dispelling a few myths and knocking a few misconceptions on the head.
For those who have had some professional coaching, it might seem obvious. But for those without any coaching experience, it can be a mystery – a process too often wrapped up in jargon, confused with emotionally-rooted therapy or mixed up with specific skills training.
Don’t forget as well, career coaching = outplacement = career coa ..read more