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Unless you settled on being an actor or astronaut at the age of 9 and never looked back, figuring out what to do for the rest of your life can be a daunting task.
And why wouldn’t it be? The number of new career specialties, decisions and choices cropping up every day is enough to make anyone’s head spin.
And, maybe you’re worried that if you figure out what you do want from life or a career – you won’t know how to get there because you’re without a road map…
After all, your job has been to be a student, not an expert in realizing how your unique strengths align with the overwhelming numbers of possible career tracks that exist.
For most 20-Somethings this is a difficult and confusing time of life that often parents can’t relate to because it’s not the same world.
In today’s fast-paced, complex and competitive marketplace, gone are the days when 20-Somethings could take extra time to decide what to do, traveling on various detours – changing majors frequently and/or moving unhappily from job to job.
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“My friends and I switched majors several times. Without Barbara’s
simple and powerful program, I’d still be clueless. I’m a
college senior now with a specific action plan in place that’s right
for me. ” ~~ Troy, 22-year-old student |
Millions of college students drift through their undergraduate
work without being any closer to knowing what career to focus on. Perhaps,
you can relate to some of these real-world profiles?
- You took “interesting” courses you thought were relevant to your goals
but changed your major, which cost your parents (or you!) an extra $20,000.
Now you’re feeling like you want to change majors again!
How will you break it to your parents?
- Your parents are pressuring you to decide on an
academic course of action, but you’re just not there yet.
- You’re near graduation and struggling to find
a way to apply your degree to a career. You want to feel the relief
that comes with finally knowing which career path to follow.
- You actually landed what you thought would be a satisfying job,
but it hasn’t turned out to be that way. You resent the long
hours and tedious work, but think it’s probably too late
to start over.
- You’ve graduated and are living back at home. Your student loan debt is huge and you have no real job prospects in sight. You wait on tables to earn pocket money, and your depression isn’t helping the situation one bit.
Why didn’t going to college, taking interesting classes, and getting a degree, lead to launching a perfect career?
The uncertainty continues because the conventional approach of searching from “the outside in,” instead of “the inside out” only exacerbates the struggle. If you don’t know WHO you REALLY are, you’ll have a tough time knowing what to be.
| "I thought I could just take some classes at college and determine
what field to study, but that didn’t work. Now, I feel validated
and so relieved to have a direction that fits me.” ~~Erin, 20-year-old student |
Think of it this way: If someone handed you $60,000 to invest in your future, where would you begin?
That’s essentially what happens when your parents pay for your college education or you take out large college loans, which on average costs $60,000 for a four-year undergraduate degree1. They’re giving you money to invest in preparing yourself for a career path. And it’s an asset you’ll draw on for personal satisfaction for years to come.
But your education shouldn’t be a high-stakes gamble – it’s much too important. Treat it as you would invest any large sum of money – start by figuring out what kind of person you are and where you want your education to lead you. Most people have difficulty doing this on their own.
Today there’s more competition for the jobs you want.
In 1940 just 5% of Americans aged 25 and older held a bachelor’s degree or higher. In 2004, that number was 28%2. In other words, today’s students are plentiful.
The key to your future career satisfaction doesn’t just lie in making sure you do well in courses that are expected to advance your career and lifestyle objectives. In our current world, you will need to gain skills employers want while you are focusing on your academic achievement. No longer will doors be opened to graduates simply because they now have a college degree.
There are several missing links.
The facts are:
- Few colleges have programs or courses to help you determine what field of study you’re suited for.
- Most parents don’t have the training to effectively guide you toward the perfect career path.
- It takes certain life skills to succeed in our dynamic, competitive world.
- The world has changed a lot in 30 years: both employers and employees want more.
- The gap between real-world demands and what our educational system prepares us for continues to widen.
- Drifting through college without a plan won’t work in the 21st century.
When it comes to planning your future, timing is everything.
Most experts say the best path to financial success is to invest early. So it goes with your college education and your career. If you take the time to get to know yourself better now – your likes and dislikes, strengths and weaknesses, financial goals, work/life balance objectives – you’ll make better academic, career, and life choices. A little extra work early in the game is sure to pay off BIG down the road.
This is one time when it really is all about you.
Forget about fulfilling your parents’ fantasies or following the lead of siblings or others. When it comes to making choices for your future, you’re a unique being – and you’re in charge. With some structured, yet intuitive, guidance, you’ll easily figure out who you are at the core and what you need to shine – then make choices based on all the critical career factors.
The problems could be just around the corner.
Would you believe that 70% of graduates become unhappy and disillusioned within 5 years of leaving college? Clearly, just focusing on getting good grades and a degree is not the end game. Your chances of being among the 30% who are happy with their choices are greatly improved if you go the extra mile to connect with your passion and develop a career and life plan right now.
Show me the money!
What do Donald Trump, Tiger Woods, and Mariah Carey all have in common? They all love their work. The correlation between people who love their work and extreme wealth is well documented. All things being equal, your passion and ability to select a working environment where your natural brilliance shows up easily will differentiate you from everyone else. Of course, not all careers are created monetarily equal. You’ll find out which industries pay more for the very same skills.
Avoid the boomerang syndrome.
Without advance preparation, there’s a good chance you’ll have difficulties supporting yourself. It’s an astonishing fact that 64% of new grads move back home after college (Source: Twentysomethings, Inc.). And adults in their 30s are increasingly returning to live with their parents out of economic necessity.
It doesn’t have to be this way for you, if you zero in on a career formula that will work for you; then, you’re much more likely to begin living life happily on your own terms. There’s a huge psychological benefit to being financially independent of your parents.
The chat room is good for some kinds of advice, but you’ll be missing out on life-changing strategies.
You have a lot invested in your education and your future. It’s great to bounce ideas off of your friends—unless your friends are in the same boat. Also, well-intentioned friends and family are often not objective enough to be your best source of information when it comes to how to match your interests with the current marketplace. Why not take advantage of our nationally proven 28-Day Career Discovery Experience that will help you save precious time and avoid costly mistakes?
Don’t end up in the 80% crowd.
Surveys indicate that 80% of people working in the U.S. are dissatisfied with their jobs. But with so many hours of the day devoted to working (an average of 10 hours!), you can hardly afford to be unhappy with your career choice. People who proactively chart a course that is aligned with their natural talents coupled with their keen interests are far more likely to go home with a sense of satisfaction.
Your pre-employment career coach, Barbara McRae, has helped hundreds of individuals—just like you.
As a Master Certified Coach, Career Advisor, and former Human Resources executive, she brings a unique set of skills to the table – much more than the average career counselor who has limited real-world experience. She truly understands what is involved in selecting a career that will meet your professional and personal needs.
Capturing the real you.
At the center of the 28-Day Career Discovery Experience is the Career Portrait™, a comprehensive career assessment system with a proven 10-year track record. You’ll receive a personal portrait of what you as an individual need to be successful in your career and life. And, you’ll know exactly what next steps to take so that you can enjoy your career, getting well-paid for something you love to do.
This program is designed to:
- Develop a profile of who you are in relation to your work life.
- Give you a framework for making informed, intelligent and appropriate decisions for your future, based on your profile.
- Assess your internal barriers to remove the blocks that keep you from having the career and life you really want to have.
- Help you see how your abilities and interests can be combined for maximum performance and satisfaction.
- Identify the careers and work that will be most satisfying for you.
Picture this
You’ve made the short list of candidates for a to-die-for job that suits you perfectly. You’re fielding questions firmly and thoughtfully with a confidence that springs from your self-knowledge and comfort with the career plan you’ve put in motion. You’re hardly nervous because you’re super-prepared and know that your targeted search will yield results if you just keep at it – all the while honing your interview skills. And then, you’re offered the job. Yessss!
This image isn’t far-fetched; together we can create this reality.
It’s easy, fast and fun!
Charting a career path is easier than you might think. That’s because the answers are just below the surface, and all you need is a helping hand to pull them out and put the pieces together – someone who’s worked with students like yourself who’ve grappled with these issues.
How long before you experience the “ah-ha moment” when it all starts falling into place? In just a few weeks of working on your personal career portrait and getting coached by Master Certified Coach Barbara McRae, you’ll gain a level of clarity about your passions, purpose and potential beyond your wildest dreams.
What’s more, students are always surprised at how much fun self-discovery actually is! Getting in touch with your true talents and plotting a course to build on your strengths is incredibly empowering. You will be amazed to learn that you can achieve extraordinary and sustainable results.
One of the best values around.
When college students were asked how much they would pay for having a clear direction for their future, they said it would be worth it to pay the same amount it would cost for one semester of college. Depending upon which college or university you are attending, this amount could be as little as $2,500 or as much as $20,000! We agree it IS worth that and more…
The good news is that right now the 28-Day Career Discovery Experience is less expensive than your annual cell phone bill, but light years ahead in terms of value for your money, having the career of your dreams. Talk about return on investment. You can’t afford to waste any more time!
This values-packed program is typically delivered through 1:1 personal coaching or group coaching; teleclasses and workshops are available upon request.
About Your Career Coach
Barbara McRae has a background in professional recruiting for diverse industries and is a former Fortune 500 Human Resources executive. She has been successfully developing careers for over 20 years and is experienced in working with all levels of employees from entry level to the executive suite.
Barbara is a nationally known Master Certified Coach - one of only a few hundred worldwide. She is the founder of 20-Something-Career.com. Also an expert in parent-teen relationships, Barbara is the author of the bestselling book, Coach Your Teen to Success, a guide to helping parents coach their teens (and 20-somethings) to become happy, healthy, successful adults. Her work has been featured in various media outlets,including radio, TV, national magazines, and newspapers.
The complete 28-Day Career Discovery Experience includes . . .
- A complimentary initial consultation where Barbara
will personally assess your core motivations.
- Unlimited email consultation. You can ask her anything.
- A full-range career profile assessment. The Career
Profile includes a comprehensive set of assessments that are
done in simple bite-size pieces; the results serve as a blueprint
of what you need to be successful in your chosen field.
- FOUR one-on-one private tele-coaching sessions. You'll be
surprised at how much we get accomplished. This is proven to be the most
effective method to hold you accountable, accurately interpret your
assessment results, help you prepare a detailed roadmap, and coach you to
achieve your newly identified goals.
- Learn the #1 job search technique. You’ll have a much better understanding of what employers want and how to develop your success traits. This way, by being more attractive and desirable to employers, you’ll have a competitive edge over other candidates.
Whether you’re just curious or ready to move confidently to your chosen career, contact Barbara TODAY for your initial complimentary conversation.
Risk Free Guarantee!
If you complete all the assessments, private coaching, and related fieldwork within the 28 days allotted and have not received any value during this time, we will reimburse the entire tuition (minus the materials that are yours to keep).
What have you got to loose? Nothing!
Find out how to build (or rebuild) your future now, instead of waiting for a mid-life crisis. There’s no reason to continue on an unsatisfying course only to tolerate a bad fit and live for the weekends.
Studies show that the average person makes 612 choices every day. The choice you make right now (or don’t make) will surely impact your life. Just think how much less stressful and how much more fun and rewarding your life could be.
Contact Barbara at 719-475-7524 or contact us right now.
1National Center for Education Statistics
2The Wall Street Journal
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