Checklist for selecting your Career Counselor / Career Coach
Experience/Education/Credentials
- How long have you been a counselor/coach?
- What experience, education, and training do you have?
- What is your area of expertise/specialty?
Testimonials/Recommendations
- What are other people saying about you?
- Are you willing to provide me with references from past clients?
Approach
- How would you help someone in my situation/someone like me?
Time Frame
- How many sessions will we have?
- How long will this process take?
Fees
- How much will this cost?
Your reaction
In addition to the above, what are your reactions to the coach/counselor’s warmth, empathy, insight, knowledge, and counseling style? Do you feel understood, even after the first interaction?