At a career crossroads and unsure what the next step might be?
Wondering if you are ready for a complete change?
Have a grown up son/daughter who could use some career guidance and interview skills training?
Want to know how to tap into the hidden job market, remembering that only 30% of jobs ever get advertised?
Need some help with preparing resumes and job applications?
Need help opening a few doors and building a network?
This is where getting some guidance from an experienced Career Counsellor can greatly help. Tessa Marshall has over 14 years working in executive recruitment and career transition for corporate and private clients and can offer pragmatic, very practical help and guidance. In addition, she presents at careers nights at several high schools each year, has written a step-by-step manual specifically tailored to job search in the Sydney marketplace and is very well-networked with recruitment consultants and employers across a wide range of disciplines.
Some of the areas that may be helpful if you are seeking career help are:
Analysis of Individual Skillset and Working Style,
Agreed plan to locate future roles,
Job Search assistance,
Training on tapping into the hidden job network,
Preparation of Resumes and Job applications,
Training in How to Leverage Recruitment Consultants,
Networking skills,
Interviewing Techniques & Role plays.
Clients can also be connected to financial advisers where required.
MUMS, ask about the Comeback Career After Kids program on offer to get you primed and ready to return to the paid workforce. Next seminar NOv 11th in North Sydney
What others have said:
"I want to thank you most sincerely for your encouraging support as my Career Coach these past three months.In such a short time you were able to make me think about other career options, explore alternative approaches, and consolidate my aspirations and goals"
"Your career advice, as well as your helpful network of contacts, was just what I needed to kick-start my job search and gain the confidence I so needed for those targeted selection interviews.I especially appreciated your role-playing the interview situations with me, and re-writing my resume which helped me to further polish a professional, grounded image."
"No need to tell you, Tessa, that working independently on a career search as a recently arrived immigrant is a big challenge.I was starting to lose my confidence and positive outlook…Thankfully I met you so that I could bounce ideas, check my goals, develop a wider network, and practice my interviewing skills. I would have no hesitation in recommending your services to others in need of a Career Coach!In fact, I wish I’d met you a year ago when I first began this career search—I’m certain it would have saved me a lot of time and heartache."
Maggie S, L & D Director, Pharmaceutical company
"Working with Tessa has been an invaluable experience of career advise. I was impressed by the quality of her insight, advise and additional networking assistance of the Sydney IT job market. Working with Tessa is a great start for anyone building a new career when coming from overseas to Australia."
Alex K, Head of IT, Merchant Bank
"After a turbulent year professionally, and some advice from colleagues and friends, I took the opportunity of a career break to really start thinking about my career longer term. After 1 or 2 meetings with Tessa I soon realised I needed to take a step back and understand more deeply who I am and what my values and drivers are, before I could look forward in terms of my career. Tessa was great at identifying processes and exercises that would suit me, giving me a range of options to try. I now have a far greater understanding of myself than I have ever had before and this has made the process of looking forward so much clearer. Having read a number of books along the way referenced by Tessa, my confidence has been restored and bolstered.In fact I have taken a role that last year I told myself I was not ready for, and am enjoying it immensely.This will be an ongoing process and Tessa has helped me to identify the resources and tools I need going forward to continue the journey. I would have no hesitation in recommending Tessa." Miles B, HR Director, Financial Services Firm
"With the guidance and support of Tessa in her role as my career coach in the past 12 months I have obtained a promotion to Manager level and am now exploring a new career direction. I began career coaching with a desire to forge a new career direction but had no idea of what I was truly passionate about. Working with an independent third party has provided me with the time and space needed to think about what is important to me and how I may be able to make a positive difference in my career and life.
Tessa's leadership and HR insights have been invaluable throughout my sessions and have enabled me to successfully deal with a range of issues in the workplace, such as negotiating the performance appraisal and promotion process, dealing with different personalities in the workplace, negotiationg the resignation process, networking, resume writing and interview techniques. Regularly talking over ideas and exploring alternatives has also enabled the journey to maintain momentum and assist me in realising my goals.
Tessa draws on a depth of career and life experience in her sessions and has shown herself to be as a trusted advisor. Overall, career coaching has been an enriching experience both personally and professionally." Sarah J, Manager, Accounting Firm
