Has anyone here used a service, like themuse.com for example, for career coaching and/or resume help? I turned 40 this year and am considering a career/job change. The trouble is my current job is fairly specific and a small industry and I'm not sure how it translates to another job. Supposedly these resume help websites can be beneficial but I'm hoping to hear some first-hand accounts.
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Has anyone used a career coaching service?
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Actually I don't really have one of those. I never did the full-blown college thing.
Before you sign up for a paid service or pay a person for advice, I recommend seeing if your public library offers any free job search or career change workshops. At a minimum, you can become more aware of your personal needs and preferences at no cost before dealing with somebody who wants your money.
Two other potential resources are community colleges and, if you live in an area near a university, university extension programs. Both places commonly offer courses or seminars targeted to working adults who are looking to advance their careers.
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I guess it depends. It’s tough to find pricing without actually signing up. Always a good sign, right?
got a feeling prices vary depending on what you ask for, I am at 50 and also considering a career change and I can tell you it's scary, change is scary depending on what needs you have. best of luck out there .
Supeeerrrrrr scary. And I’m in no position to take any big risks. Supposedly there are lots of jobs out there so we shall see.
none of us are, and yes the supposed labor shortage is one reason why I am considering it . I LOVE my job BUT the lack of a 401/pension plan is what makes me consider a move to a CO that offers it.
I personally wouldn’t use a website for the likes of résumé building/restructuring. Most local technical colleges, probably offer like a $30 course that’s eight hours of peer reviewing your résumé, structure, coordination of skill sets, they even give mock interviews based off your résumé points they might ask you. It also gives you the opportunity to ask questions to somebody that has the professional acumen in the industry that’s probably reviewed thousands of resumes.
Go on practice interviews for jobs you don't want.
Some questions from interviews
Where do you see yourself in 5-years?
What is your worst trait?
In (blank) situation how would you handle it?
Always say you are a team player, and work well with people (unless you don't) - then get a job as a mortician.
And always be nice to the people you first meet,
ie; receptionist. I have gotten jobs where the receptionist put 'in' a good word.
Be sure to ask relevant questions that pertain to your needs while in the interview. You will be able to tell a lot about the company from their response.
Research the company online so you can chat about the function of various aspects of the business.
As for career choice, target yourself for the area you are in, unless you want to relocate.
Some questions from interviews
Where do you see yourself in 5-years?
What is your worst trait?
In (blank) situation how would you handle it?
Always say you are a team player, and work well with people (unless you don't) - then get a job as a mortician.
And always be nice to the people you first meet,
ie; receptionist. I have gotten jobs where the receptionist put 'in' a good word.
Be sure to ask relevant questions that pertain to your needs while in the interview. You will be able to tell a lot about the company from their response.
Research the company online so you can chat about the function of various aspects of the business.
As for career choice, target yourself for the area you are in, unless you want to relocate.
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No, I haven’t and wouldn’t. That‘s not my advice to you though. At 40 you’ve presumably been woking for a respectable amount of time...and presumably have made many valuable professional relationships some of which have transitioned onto other paths. I’d utilize those resources to help you identify a new path. Then utilize a paid service for help if you have need a specific.
My guess your network of successful people around you can help you more in guidance.
Step 1: Move out of California.