Covid-19 career strategy & transition services for CXOs – how to choose a career coach
One of the most recent developments in the job search industry is
the evolution of the career coach as an essential component for any
top‑level job search campaign. We hear about coaches in the media, read
about them in resume books, and even see them on Oprah! Seven years
ago, when I first opened my doors, coaching was a virtually unknown
profession. Today, it is evolving at a phenomenal rate.
Find an Advisory Board for your Career
Ignite your career change with an advisory board to help you identify blind spots and uncover opportunities you may not have considered.
Advisory boards can help with:
A promotion
An industry change
A board opportunity
Interviewing for a job
Attracting investors to your business
Helping you get back into the labor market after selling your company
In the early days of Westgate (formerly Word Right Career), I had the good fortune to benefit from an advisory board when I was conducting primary market research for our business plan. It was a one-time event that was moderated by a talented facilitator, similar to a focus group.
Continue readingInfluencing and Networking for Executives
When you’re changing industries or need to learn about a new technology, product, or market, it can be helpful to meet with experts in that area. Asking for mentorship by industry leaders is an effective method of building your professional equity and of positioning you in your targeted industry.
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