the Price of a Career Coach

I am a graduate from a four year University with a degree in Business Administration with a second major in Accounting. I decided that I wanted to pursue a different career path and hired a Career Coach to help me focus on my change and to guide me during the process.

The cost of $1,200 was for our meetings over a six week period, assistance in preparation of a new resume, and follow up conversations after interviews.

There was no cost for our initial meeting.

I certainly feel that the quality of the service was well worth the cost. We set goals for each meeting and

and discussed, in detail, each other's thoughts and opinions. He made numerous suggestions, provided me with source manuals as well as gave me great assistance in my new resume format and details.

I was also provided with the opportunity for a "mock" interview to help me better prepare for actual interviews. The final results were my being offered a position in upper management for a firm in my new, chosen field. I accepted the offer.

The cost was absolutely worth the investment.

If you decide to seek the help of a Career Coach, be sure to do your homework first. What type of career are you seeking? Have you researched that particular field? Do you have the qualifications or do you require more training or schooling? Can you afford to leave your current job?

What are the qualifications of the Career Coach. Does he or she have current references for you contact?

And, are you willing to make the commitment to follow the advice?

If your answers are yes, do it.