At some point, almost everyone feels that their career has stalled, or get overwhelmed with competing demands on their time. In these instances, a certified career coach can provide the insight and guidance you need to help get your professional life back on track. If you’ve never worked with a coach before, below are answers to some common questions about what they do and how they can help.

Answers to Common Questions About Career Coaches

What Does a Career Coach Do?

Based on their expertise and experience, a coach will help you identify your priorities, clarify your goals and work out strategies for you to achieve them. The outside perspective can expand your thinking and help you make the most of your talents.

Do Career Coaches Work With People in My Industry?

The strategies used by coaches can help people in any industry succeed. Whether you’re a law firm associate looking to make partner, an engineer, a doctor, or an artist, a career coach may be just what you need.

Is Coaching Like Therapy?

There are some similarities, but there are important differences between coaching and therapy. A coach focuses on helping you develop an understanding of your needs to make your professional life more fulfilling.  A therapist is more likely to work with clients on persistent issues around anxiety, depression, poor self-esteem and unresolved grief or anger.

Is Coaching Right for Me?

If you’re not feeling challenged at work, or have the nagging feeling that there’s something else you should or could be doing, coaching may be for you. A coach can also help if you’re not sure what you want from your career, or if you just want an outside perspective on your progress toward your goals.

Margaret M. Enloe, Esq. is an attorney by training and a highly experienced career coach helping New York, NY, professionals find job satisfaction and achieve their dreams. No matter what industry you’re in, she can help you understand your goals and develop a plan of action to make your professional life richer and more rewarding. Visit her website for more information on how coaching can help you, or call (646) 872-3674 to make your first appointment.