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Including high school and college students

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New career challenges for adolescents AND how can career counselors assist their clients and leverage their strengths? 

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New career challenges for adolescents AND how can career counselors assist their clients and leverage their strengths? 

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Career Challenges for Adolescents and Leveraging Strengths:

-Adolescents face many new career challenges since the COVID-19 pandemic such as decreased well-being and mental health, higher levels of burnout, higher levels of uncertainty about future goals, higher levels of unemployment amongst this population, increased anxiety related to career aspirations, and influence of family members.

-These new challenges lead to potential job dissatisfaction and sudden changes in career aspirations.

-In terms of leveraging strengths, career counselors can utilize assessment tools that help clients discover their strengths such as the Clifton StrengthsFinder and the INSIGHT Inventory.

-These tools help clients to become more aware of their strengths, how to apply these strengths in their careers, and how to choose a job that brings out the best in them.

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Career counseling pre-pandemic, post-pandemic, and how the profession should respond 

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Career counseling pre-pandemic, post-pandemic, and how the profession should respond 

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Pre-pandemic -> planning academic and professional paths, exploring strengths, and conducting assessments

Post-pandemic -> shift to remote work and greater need for advanced technology skills

Career counselors should embrace virtual platforms for assessments and workshops, encourage increased education surrounding technological skills and be prepared to address an adolescent's mental health challenges post-pandemic as they enter the workforce

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Adolescent social justice and multicultural issues

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Adolescent social justice and multicultural issues

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Marginalized youth faced disproportionate challenges, particularly due to limited access to essential technology resources.

The digital divide exacerbated existing inequalities, with adolescents from more affluent backgrounds or privileged racial demographics often having greater access to vital career guidance and support networks.

Conversely, adolescents from marginalized communities encountered barriers compounded by limited access to educational resources and familial responsibilities.

This imbalance widened educational disparities, diminished motivation, and fostered uncertainty regarding future career trajectories.

The resulting uncertainty led to negative consequences such as diminished academic performance, socioeconomic setbacks, and a vague understanding of the professional landscape.

Career counselors found themselves advocating for transformative change to address the plight of marginalized students.

Proposed solutions included emphasizing the cultivation of essential social and career-related competencies to empower adolescents to navigate the job market.

Leveraging intersectionality theory emerged as a crucial strategy for crafting nuanced interventions that address the multifaceted identities and experiences of marginalized youth.

Prioritizing equitable access to career counseling became imperative, requiring efforts to dismantle systemic barriers and ensure all students have equitable access to guidance and support.

By prioritizing accessibility and equity, counselors can contribute to fostering a more inclusive and empowering educational environment, enabling every adolescent to confidently pursue a fulfilling and prosperous career path.

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Ethical issues for adolescents AND Tips for current career counselors

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Ethical issues for adolescents AND Tips for current career counselors

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Ethical Issues

• The ethical obligation for autonomy of clients poses ethical challenges because adolescents are less developmentally advanced and are generally less capable to act autonomously.

• Issues of violation of boundaries because of lack of understanding and experience of adolescents related to client and counselor relationship.

• Power differentials between the client and counselor.

• The assumption in career counseling that opportunities are equally available to everyone disregards the barriers of oppression and discrimination.

Tips for Career Counselors

• Help adolescents turn life themes into career goals

• Offer emotional support: empathy and validation

• Create room for adolescents to engage in self-exploration

• Understand the labor market trends which will be reflected in your clientele or their issues

• Master Resume writing and learn about creative assessments; they can be a valuable tool for tapping into intuition.

• Self-care if vital

• Embrace self-development and collaboration with colleagues and supervisors.

• Use self-disclosure judiciously; make sure it will really help the client.

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Meg Whitman, business executive and U.S. ambassador

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This process opened my eyes to the many complexities faced by high school and college students after the COVID-19 Pandemic. Similarly, I also learned about the various skills that career counselors utilize when working with this population. Most importantly, I gained an increased awareness about the influence of contextual factors on adolescents aspirations and career goals. Family, socioeconomic status, race, gender, the pandemic, and previous employment are just a few of the many factors that may impact career decisions. In addition, I learned about the importance of adopting a strength-based lens when working with these types of clients because it increases insight, motivation, and empowerment. There are many assessment tools that can be utilized when assisting a client in their discovery of their strengths. Overall, this project taught me the necessity and importance of career counseling and the impact of the pandemic of the COVID-19 Pandemic on both adolescents and this particular field of counseling.

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Throughout this project, I learned that access to career counseling for adolescents in marginalized groups, especially those effected by COVID, is very limited. Career counseling is also heavily stigmatized for many of them, as they view it as a form of counseling. Rather than a way of benefiting their future. While working on this project, I also noticed that career counseling needs to be more accessible and less stigmatized for these groups to have the career that they want.

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This assignment provided deeper insight into how the pandemic impacted adolescent populations as they entered the workforce. This population faced unique challenges and the impact of the pandemic will continue to create adjustments throughout their careers. In thinking deeper about career counseling to this population post-pandemic, there are still many challenges counselors face, including learning and understanding the digital skills themselves. I think it will be interesting to see the continued shift in the job market, particularly with more advanced forms of technology in the workplace, such as AI.

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Through this project and readings I learnt that high school students often encounter myriad challenges in making pivotal decision about their careers, understanding that it holds the power to shape their entire future trajectory. The pandemic has now increased those challenges and has increased the level of competition among adolescents. Due to the negative effects of pandemic on adolescents it is imperative for career counselors to possess a robust skill set, continuously refine their expertise, and remain deeply engaged in self-development as they offer counseling services for the adolescents. Most importantly, counselors need to offer emotional support to adolescents who are often confused regarding their career choices and face pressures from people in their surrounding. Moreover, I learnt that this profession demands a unique blend of therapeutic acumen and comprehensive knowledge of the ever-evolving job market landscape. Career counselors need to be aware of the business trends and occupational challenges. Hence, by equipping themselves with these multifaceted skills, counselors can effectively guide and empower adolescents in making informed decisions that align with their passions, talents, and aspirations, ultimately setting them on the path to fulfilling and successful careers.

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Defining "career"

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College and career counseling in a high school setting

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Job Search Websites - General

NPO.net
Jobs in Chicago non Profits

Chicagoland Jobs
Job listings and networking opportunities in Chicago.

indeed.com
Search for jobs anywhere!

State of IL Employment Opportunities
The state of Illinois electronic hiring system.

Glassdoor
An inside look at jobs & companies!

Work 4 Illinois
The State of Illinois provides job opportunities in a wide range of occupations and titles. This website will guide you through the state employment process for the departments under the jurisdiction of the Governor.

Illinois Clicks
Links to job listings in local Illinois papers across the state.

Opportunity Knocks
For professionals, www.OpportunityKnocks.org is the premier destination for finding nonprofit jobs and for accessing valuable resources for developing successful careers in the nonprofit community.

FlexJobs
FlexJobs is the leading online service for professionals seeking telecommuting, flexible schedule, part-time, and freelance jobs. With flexible job listings in over 100 career categories, and opportunities ranging from entry-level to executive, freelance to full-time, FlexJobs offers job-seekers a safe, easy, and efficient way to find professional and legitimate flexible job listings.

Job Search Websites - Industry Specific

Illinois Education Job Bank
Job listings within Illinois schools

U.S. Department of Government Affairs
The title of the site is the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (Mental Health). The purpose of the site is to develop a career in the Mental Health field serving veteran's. The U.S. Department of Government Affairs is appropriate because it is Government based, access to promotions within the company, and great benefits which would open the door for other opportunities in different locations in the future. The Department if Government Affairs meet the NCDA guidelines because it provides a description of the knowledge and skills that career counselors must demonstrate in the areas of assessment and evaluation, and prepares counselors for the new millennium.

Career Blogs

CAREERREALISM
CAREEREALISM was founded in 2009 on the belief, "every job is temporary," with the purpose of helping people solve their career and job search problems. Read more at http://www.careerealism.com/about/#SqOa4tTHbTbudvJD.99

Avid Careerist
Written by Donna Svei. Honored/Featured by the Huffington Post, CBS News, LifeHacker, SmartBrief on Careers & more.

Brazen Life
A great site that hosts an immense amount of career advice for every situation. The articles on Brazen Life are helpful for job seekers or professionals who are trying to advance their career.

Career Attraction
Kevin Kermes formed Career Attraction on the core premise that every career transition is as specialized as the individual undertaking it. The site features experts who are focused on delivering actionable information that gets results.

College Info Geek
Ever since I started college, I've been determined to make it a remarkable experience. I want to show you how to do the same. - Thomas Frank, Author

YouTern
YouTern enables young talent to become highly employable by connecting them to high-impact internships and mentors - and through contemporary career advice found on our blog, The Savvy Intern.

Occupational Research

Career Journal
The latest career-related information from the Wall Street Journal.

Job Shadow
At Job Shadow you can read real interviews from people as they talk about the jobs they do and the careers they have. If you're career hunting, trying to find out 'what career is right for me', 'what job is right for me', don't like your current job, want to career mentor and help others, or just plain curious you can read about and explore the different career options and shadow people's jobs online.

My Perfect Resume (formerly The Riley Guide)
Providing free employment and career information since 1994.

Live Career (formerly Quintcareers)
Live Career is the ultimate career, job, and college site, offering comprehensive free expert career and job-hunting advice (through articles, tools, tips, samples, and tutorials), as well as serving as a directory of links to all the best job sites. Special sections for teens, college students, and all other job-seekers (by industry, geography, and job-seeker type) make this site a comprehensive resource for all.

Illinois Worknet
Developing Illinois' Workforce

California Career Zone
alifornia CareerZone is a proven, successful career exploration and planning system designed especially for students. Jobseekers, educators, and counselors will also benefit from the wealth of information on 900 occupations from the Occupational Information Network (O*Net) database.

O * Net
Your tool for career exploration and job analysis!

Jobs Made Real
Jobs Made Real is a website developed and owned by Chop's Teen Club, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in Santa Rosa, California. Jobs Made Real is part of the Chop's Teen Club Workforce Program, designed to aid teens in discovering their career path.

GIJobs
Our mission is to simplify the military transition experience using education and employment tools and resources to guide you to a successful career.

Job Search Assistance

Career Transitions Center
The CTC is a not-for-profit organization which provides professional, emotional, and spiritual support to those seeking a job, looking for meaningful work, or otherwise going through a career transition.

Jewish Vocational Services
We work to transform lives, providing career coaching guidance, job training and crucial support to more than 10,000 people annually. Our purpose is to help those who want to help themselves acquire or deepen the skills needed to find their next job. Through mutually rewarding partnerships with a network of area employers, we match job opportunities to the abilities and skills of our clients.

CareerPlace (Formerly Barrington Career Center)
CareerPlace™ changes lives by providing job search skills training, coaching, and compassionate support in a safe, positive, high-energy environment.

Gray Hair Management
The Gray Hair Management® corporate mission is to help professionals get jobs. All of our activities are focused on this mission, whether it is to help organizations and recruiters find qualified candidates, provide our members with networking events and job leads, or to help individuals secure their next position with our exclusive Pathways Through Transitionsm Coaching program.

Youth Job Center
Since 1983, the Youth Job Center has assisted more than 20,000 young job seekers with job placement, employment counseling and ongoing support. We provide: job training and placement services to approximately 1,400 youth annually. job placement of 45% of the youth served - well above the national average for youth employment employee placement and follow-up services to our employer partners We believe that when you invest in young lives, everyone in the community benefits. The future workforce largely depends on our own ability to prepare, motivate and educate our young people. Education and employment have been identified as integral steps to break the cycle of poverty. The YJC is making an impact in multiple ways.

Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES)
IDES provides unemployment insurance (UI), employment services and guidance to workers, job seekers, and employers through a statewide network of IDES offices and Illinois workNet centers. The agency combines federally-funded job training programs in Illinois into a "workforce development" system where individuals can find a job or train for a new career.

Community Career Center (Naperville)
he Community Career Center located in Naperville, Illinois provides a supportive and professional setting where job seekers can conduct an effective and successful job search. Volunteers and staff offer a wide range of technical and practical job search assistance as well as encouragement and support to anyone who is unemployed, underemployed or seeking a career change.

Illinois WorkNet Center - Evanston Library
Job Seeker Services * Career Coaching * Computer Workshops * Computers for Job Search * Job Readiness Workshops * Job Postings * Individual Assistance Come to the new WorkNet office on the third floor of the library to receive all these services, and more. Illinois WorkNet is open Monday - Friday from 10 am-6 pm.

CareersinGear
On the road again... Getting back on the road doesn't have to be a hassle. Let CareersinGear.com help you get back on the road again. Search for nationwide and local truck driving jobs from the country's top trucking companies. Find owner operator jobs, reefer jobs, van driving jobs, team driving jobs, company driver jobs, flatbed trucking jobs, OTR truck driving jobs, CDL jobs and many other truck driving job types. In addition, owner operators can pick up a freight truckload for your backhaul. CareersinGear.com is dedicated to providing truck driving jobs and other necessary tools to help your search.

Networking Opportunities

Young Professionals of Chicago

Young Professionals of Chicago
One thing about YPC is clear: We are not a standard networking group. We are a community that offers professional, social, and civic opportunities to help cultivate Chicago's future leaders.

Business Network Chicago
Business Network Chicago (BNC) is a network for professionals offering extensive face-to-face and online networking opportunities to the Chicago business community. Our mission is to bring professionals together, facilitate the development of mutually beneficial "win-win" relationships, educate, and promote the growth of business in Chicago. We support members in all phases of their career whether looking for clients, talent, a job, capital, or strategic alliances.

Chicago Job Talk
The Definitive Chicago Area Job Guide - List of Job Clubs in the Metro Area

LinkedIn
Our mission is simple: connect the world's professionals to make them more productive and successful. When you join LinkedIn, you get access to people, jobs, news, updates, and insights that help you be great at what you do.

Employment Council
Meeting weekly, the Employment Council is part of the Career Transitions Center of Chicago, a network that includes Fourth Presbyterian Church and Old St. Pat's Catholic Church. Job-seeking skills and networking are available for parishioners and neighborhood residents alike. To learn more about the Employment Council, contact Michael Cade. - See more at: https://www.workitdaily.com/about/

Wiselike
What is Wiselike Wiselike is a website where you can create your own Q&A page where people can ask you questions. We believe that everyone has knowledge that, if shared, can contribute to the world. We want to make knowledge-sharing possible by allowing people to ask each other questions. For questions about our product, please visit our FAQ page.

Industry and Trends

Crain's Chicago Business
News and information about the latest in Chicago business.

Occupational Outlook Handbook
Nation's premier source of career information!

The Vault
Vault.com provides in-depth intelligence on what it's really like to work in an industry, company or profession-and how to position yourself to land that job

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
he Bureau of Labor Statistics of the U.S. Department of Labor is the principal Federal agency responsible for measuring labor market activity, working conditions, and price changes in the economy. Its mission is to collect, analyze, and disseminate essential economic information to support public and private decision-making. As an independent statistical agency, BLS serves its diverse user communities by providing products and services that are objective, timely, accurate, and relevant.

Wall Street Journal (Careers Page)
Career advice and news powered by the Wall Street Journal
Wall Street Journal - Careers Section
Special Needs

Second Sense
Career Counseling and job readiness for adults who are visually impaired.

AbilityLinks
AbilityLinks is a nationwide, web-based community where job seekers with disabilities and inclusive employers meet and gain access to valuable networking opportunities.

Job Accommodation Network
JAN provides free, confidential technical assistance about job accommodations and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

The ABCs of Schedule A
Schedule A is an excepted service hiring authority available to federal agencies to hire and/or to promote individuals with disabilities without competing for the job.

Hadley School for the Blind
The mission of The Hadley School for the Blind is to promote independent living through lifelong, distance education programs for individuals who are blind or visually impaired, their families and blindness service providers.

Mayor's Office for People with Disabilities (MOPD)
The Mayor's Office for People with Disabilities (MOPD) works to meet the diverse needs of the more than 600,000 individuals with disabilities who live and work in Chicago. MOPD's goal is to make Chicago the most accessible city in the nation. MOPD serves five major groups: people with disabilities, City departments and agencies, other government agencies, disability-related agencies and organizations and the private sector.

National Able Network
National Able Network, Inc. is a leading non-profit organization specializing in providing workforce development programming for individuals, families, and communities. We provide services to businesses in all major sectors and help job seekers of all ages, skills and income levels achieve economic self-sufficiency through gainful employment.

Goodwill Industries
Goodwill works to enhance the dignity and quality of life of individuals and families by strengthening communities, eliminating barriers to opportunity, and helping people in need reach their full potential through learning and the power of work.

Howard Area Community Center
Since 1967, Howard Area Community Center (HACC) has been a primary social service resource for thousands of children, youth and adults in Rogers Park and surrounding communities looking to improve their lives. The mission of Howard Area Community Center is to assist low-income individuals and families in the greater Rogers Park and adjacent communities to stabilize their lives and to develop the social skills necessary to become effective community members.

Volunteering

Chicago Cares
Chicago Cares builds volunteer experiences that mobilize and inspire people to make Chicago a stronger community.

Chicago Volunteer
Part of the Community Resource Network, Chicago Volunteer provides a portal to search for volunteer opportunities throughout the greater metropolitan area.

Skills Development

GCF Learnfree
GCFLearnFree.org creates and provides quality, innovative online learning opportunities to anyone who wants to improve the technology, literacy and math skills needed to be successful in both work and life. By delivering over 750 different lessons to millions of people in over 200 countries and territories ABSOLUTELY FREE, GCFLearnFree.org is a worldwide leader in online education.

coursera
Coursera is an education company that partners with the top universities and organizations in the world to offer courses online for anyone to take, for free. Our technology enables our partners to teach millions of students rather than hundreds.

Illinois Manufacturing Foundation
Established in 2001, the Illinois Manufacturing Foundation (IMF) helps Chicago-area businesses meet their need for employees who have technical skills. Unemployed or underemployed Chicago-area residents access technically skilled jobs. Our staff use curricula and work-simulated facilities that emphasize individual self-worth, dignity, achievement, growth, problem solving, teamwork, critical thinking, and technical skills. The specifics of our curricula were developed in collaboration with Chicago-area employers. IMF is a nonprofit, unaccredited training organization. Our Building Maintenance Technician Training and Placement Program Automatic Screw Machine/CNC Machine Tool Operator Training and Placement Program are approved by the Illinois Board of Higher Education (IBHE) and the Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs (IDVA). For more details about us, please see the sections below.

Advocacy

Equip for Equality
The mission of Equip for Equality is to advance the human and civil rights of children and adults with physical and mental disabilities in Illinois. It is the only statewide, cross-disability, comprehensive advocacy organization providing self-advocacy assistance, legal services, and disability rights education while also engaging in public policy and legislative advocacy and conducting abuse investigations and other oversight activities.

Career Advancement Network
Our mission is to prepare people with barriers to employment and career advancement. We provide them with more competitive skills and broader access to high demand jobs, promotions, and a living wage. We deliver a more highly skilled workforce that adds bottom line value to the employer's business. High-tech, high-touch solutions create a new talent pipeline for today's changing workplace.

Chicago Federation of Labor
he Chicago Federation of Labor is the umbrella organization for Chicago and Cook County's labor unions. From airline pilots to zookeepers, the Chicago Federation of Labor's 320 affiliated local unions and their half a million members represents a diverse group of working men and women throughout the area.

Heartland Alliance
Heartland Alliance-the leading anti-poverty organization in the Midwest- believes that all of us deserve the opportunity to improve our lives. Each year, we help ensure this opportunity for nearly one million people around the world who are homeless, living in poverty, or seeking safety.

Professional Organizations

Illinois Counseling Assoctiation
Parent organization to the ICDA, the mission of the Illinois Counseling Association is to enhance the quality of life in society by promoting the development of professional counselors, advancing the counseling profession, and using the profession and practice of counseling to promote respect for human dignity and diversity.

National Career Development Association (NCDA)
NCDA inspires and empowers the achievement of career and life goals by providing professional development, resources, standards, scientific research, and advocacy.

College or University Career Centers

Career Stimulus at Harper College
Career Stimulus is a monthly support group based at Harper College in Schaumburg designed for those who have been laid off or are in the midst of a career transition amid the ongoing economic recession.

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Are you feeling lost when it comes to your career? You're not alone. A lot of people feel lost when it comes to their careers, especially if they've been in the same job for a long time. If you're looking for some help getting more clarity on your career goals or you are a coach working with clients, then you'll want to check out these 10 career coach worksheets. These tools can help give you some direction and clarity in your own or your client's professional life. So what are you waiting for? You can download these 10 coaching worksheets for free (as PDF) files to start using them today!

01 - My Achievements Exercise

This type of exercise is often used in the context of self-discovery and analysis and can be effectively used to create clarity around your next work/career decision. It will help you decide what you really enjoy and what skills you would like to develop and use as you go forward in your career.

In the first part of this exercise, the participant will write and brainstorm some events or achievements from all aspects of their life. Once that's done, the second part has some probing questions that will help to get a better understanding of what you enjoy doing the most and why.

03 - Career Exploration Worksheet

You've been in your career for a while now, and you're starting to wonder if it's really the right fit for you. Maybe you're not using all of your skills, or maybe you're just ready for a change. But how do you know what career would be a good match for you? And if you're thinking about switching careers, what new skills would you need to learn?

This worksheet can help you figure it all out. It will help you match the skills that you already have to a career you considering and get clarity on whether you'd also need to re-tool. It also helps you think about your financial expectations for the new career.

05 - Deal Makers & Breakers

In order to get clarity about what you want in your new job or career, it is important to sit down and ask yourself some tough questions. This worksheet will help you do just that. By taking the time to consider your values and what you are willing to tolerate (and what you're absolutely not willing to tolerate), you can set yourself up for success in your new venture. With this worksheet as a guide, you can be confident that you are on the right track to finding fulfillment in your new job or career. Good luck!

07 - Career Reflection

This exercise is designed for you to get a better understanding of what career choices you've made so far and why and what are your interest and innate abilities. Getting a clearer overview of all of this will help you move forward in your current or new career with more confidence and make better decisions. It also helps you understand if your current career path has been more of an accident and what you pay attention to be more mindful of your choices in the future.

10 - Dream Career Genie

As you rub the lamp, a plume of smoke rises, and out pops a genie! But that's not any ordinary genie, this is a career genie.

You think for a minute. What do you really want to do with your life? If you could have any skill or career, what would it be?

This is the perfect chance to find out. The Dream Career Genie worksheet is a career coaching tool and thought experiment that will help you get clarity on what you actually want to do with your life if nothing was holding you back.

Simply answer the questions on the worksheet and voila! You'll have a better understanding of what skills and career you'd like to pursue. So go ahead, rub that lamp, and let the Dream Career Genie help you figure out your next move

Over to You!

The career coaching worksheets we've provided are designed to help you assess your current career, identify what you need to do in order to move towards your dream career, and increase your job satisfaction. If you're feeling lost or uncertain about your next steps, don't worry - these exercises will help point you in the right direction. You can use these tools for yourself or as a coaching professional in your own practice for anyone looking for guidance on their professional journey. So download the PDFs now and get started!

Want Whitelabel coaching tools?

If you're looking for these same tools as whitelabel templates where you can add your own branding, change colors, add/delete text, add graphics and really make them your own then you're in luck!

Download the Career Coach Toolkit that you can use in your coaching practice, create your coaching course/masterclass or give them away as PDF lead magnets to grow your business!

The kit contains all of the 10 exercises above + 9 others as Canva templates (+ Adobe Illustrator) so you can easily re-brand them to your own liking!

Hey there! I'm Andrew. I help coaches and mental health practitioners with the tools and resources they need to provide the best help to their clients and grow their practice at the same time! MindfulCoachingTools.com is my passion project to do just that. On the website, you'll find coaching tools for life coaches, career coaches, mindset coaches, general CBT exercises and so much more! By the way, if you have some special requests for a coaching tool or exercise, just let me know through the contact form!

Are you feeling lost when it comes to your career? You're not alone. A lot of people feel lost when it comes to their careers, especially if they've been in the same job for a long time. If you're looking for some help getting more clarity on your career goals or you are a coach working with clients, then you'll want to check out these 10 career coach worksheets. These tools can help give you some direction and clarity in your own or your client's professional life. So what are you waiting for? You can download these 10 coaching worksheets for free (as PDF) files to start using them today!

01 - My Achievements Exercise

This type of exercise is often used in the context of self-discovery and analysis and can be effectively used to create clarity around your next work/career decision. It will help you decide what you really enjoy and what skills you would like to develop and use as you go forward in your career.

In the first part of this exercise, the participant will write and brainstorm some events or achievements from all aspects of their life. Once that's done, the second part has some probing questions that will help to get a better understanding of what you enjoy doing the most and why.

03 - Career Exploration Worksheet

You've been in your career for a while now, and you're starting to wonder if it's really the right fit for you. Maybe you're not using all of your skills, or maybe you're just ready for a change. But how do you know what career would be a good match for you? And if you're thinking about switching careers, what new skills would you need to learn?

This worksheet can help you figure it all out. It will help you match the skills that you already have to a career you considering and get clarity on whether you'd also need to re-tool. It also helps you think about your financial expectations for the new career.

05 - Deal Makers & Breakers

In order to get clarity about what you want in your new job or career, it is important to sit down and ask yourself some tough questions. This worksheet will help you do just that. By taking the time to consider your values and what you are willing to tolerate (and what you're absolutely not willing to tolerate), you can set yourself up for success in your new venture. With this worksheet as a guide, you can be confident that you are on the right track to finding fulfillment in your new job or career. Good luck!

07 - Career Reflection

This exercise is designed for you to get a better understanding of what career choices you've made so far and why and what are your interest and innate abilities. Getting a clearer overview of all of this will help you move forward in your current or new career with more confidence and make better decisions. It also helps you understand if your current career path has been more of an accident and what you pay attention to be more mindful of your choices in the future.

10 - Dream Career Genie

As you rub the lamp, a plume of smoke rises, and out pops a genie! But that's not any ordinary genie, this is a career genie.

You think for a minute. What do you really want to do with your life? If you could have any skill or career, what would it be?

This is the perfect chance to find out. The Dream Career Genie worksheet is a career coaching tool and thought experiment that will help you get clarity on what you actually want to do with your life if nothing was holding you back.

Simply answer the questions on the worksheet and voila! You'll have a better understanding of what skills and career you'd like to pursue. So go ahead, rub that lamp, and let the Dream Career Genie help you figure out your next move

Over to You!

The career coaching worksheets we've provided are designed to help you assess your current career, identify what you need to do in order to move towards your dream career, and increase your job satisfaction. If you're feeling lost or uncertain about your next steps, don't worry - these exercises will help point you in the right direction. You can use these tools for yourself or as a coaching professional in your own practice for anyone looking for guidance on their professional journey. So download the PDFs now and get started!

Want Whitelabel coaching tools?

If you're looking for these same tools as whitelabel templates where you can add your own branding, change colors, add/delete text, add graphics and really make them your own then you're in luck!

Download the Career Coach Toolkit that you can use in your coaching practice, create your coaching course/masterclass or give them away as PDF lead magnets to grow your business!

The kit contains all of the 10 exercises above + 9 others as Canva templates (+ Adobe Illustrator) so you can easily re-brand them to your own liking!

Hey there! I'm Andrew. I help coaches and mental health practitioners with the tools and resources they need to provide the best help to their clients and grow their practice at the same time! MindfulCoachingTools.com is my passion project to do just that. On the website, you'll find coaching tools for life coaches, career coaches, mindset coaches, general CBT exercises and so much more! By the way, if you have some special requests for a coaching tool or exercise, just let me know through the contact form!

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Are you feeling lost when it comes to your career? You're not alone. A lot of people feel lost when it comes to their careers, especially if they've been in the same job for a long time.

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A career workbook which is useful for high school students seeking newer career opportunities

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A book by Howard Figler and Richard Nelson Bolles for career counselors is comprised of helpful tips and skills that counselors can utilize in their practice.

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Author:: Howard Figler, Richard Nelson Bolles

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With more than sixty-five combined years of experience in the career development field, Howard Figler and Richard Nelson Bolles are the undisputed authorities when it comes to helping people find meaningful work. In this revised and updated second edition of their classic guide for career counselors, Figler and Bolles show aspiring counselors how to break into the business, and give experienced counselors ideas for improving effectiveness and recharging their practice. Outlining tools, problem-solving tips, and ethical values for today's career counselor, THE CAREER COUNSELOR'S HANDBOOK features new information about performing the Annual Career Checkup, choosing Essence over Ego, and using the Internet-while celebrating the fact that even career counselors need counsel once in a while.

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Detailed descriptions of the world-of-work for use by job seekers, workforce development and HR professionals, students, developers, researchers, and more. Individuals can find, search, or browse across 900+ occupations based on their goals and needs. Comprehensive reports include occupation requirements, worker characteristics, and available training, education, and job opportunities.

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Ways to find networking opportunities for people to go to.

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The reason to grow your network is clear: the bigger your network, the more likely you are to know someone who can offer career help, whether by making an introduction, serving as a reference, or more. The easy way to build up your network is with current and former colleagues. But once those relationships are in place, and you're connected on LinkedIn, how else can you expand your network?

One option is attending networking events. They're designed to help people form connections. The trick is, first you have to find the right events. Get tips on how to find networking events, as well as how to make the most of them.

5 Ways to Find Networking Events

1. Talk to Friends and Colleagues

Never underestimate the power of word of mouth! Colleagues will often know industry-focused networking events. Friends who do not work in your industry can share how they find events. (And, even attending out-of-industry events can lead to meeting interesting people.)

Ask co-workers and friends about any professional events they're planning to attend or ones they've enjoyed in the past-this can include breakfast discussions or networking events, happy hour events, conferences, roundtables, lectures and discussions, classes, and so much more. Your mentors are a good source for recommendations, too.

2. Browse Networking Sites

Thanks to the internet, there are tons of ways to find events, conferences, and specifically networking-focused events, all categorized by geographic location.

Two of the most popular and well-known sites include:

Meetup - Explore free and low-cost in-person meet-ups in your industry, whether it's beauty, tech, photography, or something else. There's also a category for "career and business events" with a wide variety of career-focused groups that meet regularly.

Eventbrite - This event-based site has listing pages for free and paid events. You'll find fairs, festivals, discussions, conferences, classes, and much more.

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3. Check Social Media and Your Inbox

Do you follow industry organizations on social media (Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram) and subscribe to newsletters? Many organizations put on annual or even more frequent events.

If you're involved in media, publishing, or public relations, for instance, you'll want to follow MediaBistro and Muckrack on social media and subscribe to their newsletters, since both organizations frequently host networking events, conferences, and host classes.

Look for the organizations in your industry and follow them on social media and through newsletters. If you're not sure which organizations are big, ask colleagues, post on LinkedIn, or do a quick online search.

4. Alumni and Affinity Organizations

Your college or graduate school can also be a rich source of events - they may host holiday parties which are an ideal place to make your elevator pitch and share a business card.

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Affinity groups form around interests, goals, and sometimes identity. Some organizations, for instance, have affinity groups for LGBTQ+ people, or for women, or for people with disabilities, etc. You can join a group at your office, or seek out one outside of your company.

For instance, DamesBond is a woman-focused networking organization, while Out Professionals is a membership-driven organization that has job listings, networking events, professional development, and more services for members.

5. Local Organizations

For more places to find networking events, think local: your library or religious institution may host events. You may also find events open to all at community organizations, co-working spaces, and through your local chamber of commerce.

Make the Most of Networking Events

Going to endless events can be fun or exhausting, but it's not helpful to your career by default. Here are a few tips on how to ensure that happy hour events, conferences, breakfast roundtables, and other networking events truly aid your networking, and in turn, your career.

Expand your definition of networking. Some events are specifically identified as having the purpose of networking.

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Networking doesn't have to be forced; it can be a matter of making acquaintances and friendships.

Know what you want to get out of the event. Are you going to the event to learn more about a topic, to meet people, or to connect with someone at a specific company you'd like to work for? Having a specific goal can be helpful, even if it's just "Introduce myself to two people who are in my field and exchange business cards or connect on LinkedIn."

If you want to meet people, you'll have to introduce yourself, join in icebreaker games, and converse. If you're on the shy side-or introverted-this may seem a bit challenging. Remind yourself that probably everyone is a bit nervous-not just you. Set a goal to talk to just one or two people. Ask questions and connect by talking about the event's theme or topics of conversations. (Here are more networking tips for introverts.)

Be prepared with an elevator pitch. If there is something specific you're hoping to get out of an event, come prepared with an elevator pitch. That is, if you're hunting for a job, starting off a new business, transitioning careers, etc., be prepared with a 30-second quick speech of your background and experience, and what you're looking for next.

Follow up with meaningful contacts. Even a thousand LinkedIn contacts won't help you if none of them remember who you are. It is a good idea to connect with people on LinkedIn-and, in general, can't do any harm. But if you meet one or two people that you have an in-depth conversation, send a quick email or LinkedIn message to let them know you enjoyed your conversation.

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