073: What is a career and can a career coach help me?

Sometimes it is important to get back to basics... to ensure that the foundation is in place to be able to progressive effectively. That is why - even as far into this podcast as it is (hello season 5!) - we are starting season 5 with a look at What is a career and can a career coach help me? The definition of a career from the Career Development Institute is the one I like to share - your career is "the journey through life, learning and work". With this accurately, all encompassing definition in mind - the Dive Into Your Career podcast is here to support students, graduates and their supporters along the way. In this episode there is further helpful exploration of what a career is and importantly, why you are missing a trick if you are not engaging with qualified support. Whether you have just gotten your A-Level / IB / BTEC / T-Level results... or are on an apprenticeship or uni journey,  early in your career -  even in the middle of your career - this "what is a career" question can sometimes be enough to prompt some helpful reflection which will be beneficial for you on your journey. ... and think about it - who is supporting you with your career, this incredibly significant part of your life? Welcome to season 5. Stay tuned for more. Let's have a further chat about this on any of these platforms:Follow Your Career And Future on Instagram and TikTokVia LinkedIn post about this podcast Sign up for the mailing list E-mail me on gina@yourcareerandfuture.com with any questions you have or suggestions for future podcast topics ... and don't forget, you can leave a quick review for the podcast too. It's much appreciated! Catch you on another episode soon. Do feel free to engage with this topic (or indeed with me) at any of the below: The Dive Into Your Career podcast page of the Your Career And Future website where you can also leave me a message suggesting a careers-related topic for a future episode Follow Your Career And Future on Instagram and TikTok Via "Gina Visram" on LinkedIn (where they may be a post with a link to this episode where you can contribute some wisdom / reflections) Sign up for the mailing list (for students and graduates... a list for their supporters will follow) E-mail me on gina@yourcareerandfuture.com with any queries

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Are you a student or new graduate early on your career journey? A bit stressed trying to work out your next steps? You're in the right place. Hosted by qualified careers guidance professional Gina Visram, The Dive into your Career podcast is the hub for all things "early careers" and is created with secondary (high) school and university (college) students in mind. Gina's supports students and new graduates on their journey from education to employment in a spirit of fun and optimism not fear and overwhelm. Want to write a powerful CV and cover letter? Keen to understand why networking is important and the best ways to do it? Curious about how your application can stand out in the graduate or apprenticeship recruitment process? Ready to know more about what employers are looking for in candidates? Interested in learning about what you can do now to be an appealing candidate in the present and future? Keen to start your career on solid financial footing? Stay tuned for solo and interview episodes which answer the questions you are asking, as a determined and driven person in the early days of your career development. Welcome to the Dive into your Career podcast.