Changing Lives Through Career Coaching

 A conversation between two strangers on a dating app.

Hulisani: Hi, how are you?

Thandaza: I’m great! Thanks for asking. What about you?

Hulisani: I’m feeling better now that I’m talking to you.😎 

Thandaza: Oh wow!🫠

Hulisani: 😏

Thandaza: So tell me, what do you do?

Hulisani: I’m a career coach. You?

Thandaza: Oh, sounds fancy. I’m a nurse. What is career coaching? 

Thandaza is one of many South Africans who has never heard of a ‘career coach’ or knows what career coaching entails. A career coach is a specialist in career planning. They assist and empower individuals to set and fulfil personal and professional goals. Moreover, they help with career growth. Depending on the path a person chooses, this may include expanding within your industry or diversifying into something entirely new. In a nutshell, a career coach guides you down a range of potential career paths depending on your expertise. Consequently, partnering with a career coach may be quite advantageous; let’s have a look at some of these benefits.

The benefits of hiring a career coach

It could be time for a change if you're feeling uninspired, dissatisfied, or unchallenged in your current position. But what if you're unsure of your next steps or the jobs you should apply for? Perhaps you're contemplating  changing careers altogether. Hiring a reputable coach can help you build your career since they may be able to point you in the direction of opportunities you weren't previously aware of. In addition, a career coach may assist you in understanding where you are in your career, and what advantages you have to offer potential employers. If required, a career coach may assist you in determining if you need to make changes to your career path and, if so, what those changes should be.

Selecting a suitable career coach

There are several career coaches in South Africa, but not all of them provide high-quality services. You can sign up with us here or choose to go with TJ Malamule or Marjorie Ngwenya among others. Inquire within your network to see if any of your connections may recommend a reputable career coach. Given that you spend a large amount of your life at work, it might be a wise investment to hire a career coach. Having a career coach by your side can help you develop a career advancement plan and push yourself to accomplish it. 

For more information on career coaching contact us at +2712 803 0756 or +2761 535 1081. You can also send us a message here.