Ever felt stuck in your career, like you're running on a treadmill that's just going nowhere fast?
A remote career coach can be the way to get unstuck.
This isn't just about getting advice. It's about transforming your career trajectory from wherever you are, using nothing more than your phone or laptop.
Sounds good?
I’ve been able to help more than 200 students land their dream jobs. All while coaching them remotely.
While remote career coaching might not be for everyone, for those who embrace and leverage technology, it can be a game changer.
Let’s go over some typical questions about remote career coaching:
What is a remote career coach?
What are the advantages of working with a remote career coach?
What are the disadvantages of working with a remote career coach?
What is a Remote Career Coach?
Imagine having a personal trainer, but instead of pushing you on the treadmill, they're pushing your career to new heights.
That's what a remote career coach does.
They're the expert you text, email, or video call when you need to figure out your next move in your career.
Whether it's landing that dream job, negotiating a raise, or even switching careers entirely, they're there to guide you through it.
These coaches use all the tools of our interconnected world.
We're talking Zoom, Skype, Google Meet, Slack, and even old-school email and phone calls.
They harness these platforms to offer advice, track progress, and give you the nudge you need to step up your game.
What are the advantages of working with a remote career coach?
Why go remote?
For starters, you've got the world at your fingertips.
You're not stuck choosing only coaches that live close by.
You can pick someone who truly fits your career aspirations, personality, and schedule.
Remote is how the world's moving, right?
More people work from home or switch between cities.
With a remote coach, you're prepared for this flexible, dynamic work culture.
Plus, think about the time and hassle you save without a commute to meet your coach.
And here's a big one: consistency.
If your job takes you from New York to Tokyo, your coach sticks with you, thanks to the magic of the internet.
No need to start fresh with a new coach every time you pack your bags.
What are the disadvantages of working with a remote career coach?
But hey, it's not all smooth sailing.
Building a genuine, trust-filled relationship with someone you've maybe never met in person?
It can be challenging.
It takes effort to create that bond and really open up about your career fears and dreams over a video call.
Then there's the tech part.
Not everyone's a digital whiz.
If the idea of juggling Zoom calls and sharing Google Docs makes you sweat, you might find this setup challenging.
Plus, poor internet connections can turn a crucial heart-to-heart into a frustrating game of "Can you hear me now?"
How can a career coach help me?
Many college students have trouble finding a co-op.
This was Benjamin’s case when he reached out to me.
Benjamin was worried because he was going into his third year of college without having done any co-ops.
That’s when we met, and I helped him rewrite his resume, taught him how to research companies, and taught him how to follow up after applying.
With my help, he started getting genuine replies and interviews. And during that summer, he finally landed the co-op he needed.
We did all that working remotely.
Are you looking for a remote career coach?
Going for a remote career coach could be the best move you make for your career.
It's flexible, in tune with today's work culture, and lets you pick the best coach for you, not just the nearest.
Sure, it's got its hurdles, like building a relationship through a screen and tackling tech, but the potential rewards?
Huge.
So, think about what you want in your career and whether a remote coach could be the key to unlocking that next level.
It's all about finding the right fit and making the most of the technology at our fingertips to turn your career goals into reality.
Ready to take your career to the next level?
If you are ready to explore the possibility of working with a remote career coach, let’s talk.