Last year, quite a few people contributed to our group exploration on the subject of ‘What careers advisers love about their job‘. This year we wanted to ask a question everyone can have an opinion on.
Last time around we were stuck in the real world (some might say stuck in the past!) because we started at a meeting. This time around we’re kicking things off here in the wonderful online world first. You don’t even need to leave your seat in order to have your say.
So this is our new group exploration, Who is the perfect careers adviser? What qualities does he/she have? What makes her/him shine or stand out? What makes this person so effective? Why is this perfect person inspirational to you?
To get the ball rolling, we’ve added a few early responses gathered through the EYC network. Send us yours by Email, Tweet, Tumblr, Pintrest, G+ or by Commenting below. For first timers, anyone can join in, no membership, subscription or login is necessary. We look forward to hearing what you have to say!
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Responses on the subject of the perfect careers adviser…
“He would always be there when I needed him.” Jere
“She is comfortable talking to anyone about their career whatever age or level.” Amanda
“She knows a little about a lot of industry sectors but is never afraid to ask when she needs to know more.” Nadine
“She never fights anyone when it comes to their decision. Challenge has a place in the discussion but conflict, no.” Paul
“He has a good sense of humour along with a never say die backbone. No career is worth giving up on!” Mia
“The perfect adviser would have a real passion for seeing people move forward in their careers.” Jo
“the perfect CA listens without prejudice/helps me see things from another viewpoint/’magically’ builds my confidence” @GhislaineDell
“Being a good career adviser takes time effort & knowledge” Mathy (aka @whathejobisthis)
“Eschewing perfectionism, am opting for good enough CA; makes sense of clients’ stories, within systems (family, economics)” @rachel_mulvey
“Our perfect careers adviser would be bang up to date. Yours?” @jobisjob
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