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If
I go through a career change, will I have to start at
an entry-level job again?
Not likely, unless you plan to transition from marketing
and sales to astrophysics. If you have an employment history,
you bring life/career experience and skills to the marketplace.
A new occupation, which fits your needs and interests,
will build upon your skills and experience.
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How
long will it take for you to help me find my true career
path or a job in a new field?
Most of my clients need several months to transition to
a new job or field, although the time frame varies considerably.
It is important to understand that a transition requires
complete commitment to the process and willingness to
step outside your "comfort zone" to try new
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What
is your success rate in helping people find their careers
and solve major career problems?
Excellent! The majority of my clients are successful in
finding work, establishing new careers or solving job
problems. |
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Can
you guarantee that I will be successful?
Unfortunately, there are no guarantees in life. However,
I have been a successful career counselor for 10 years,
and my clients often refer their friends and associates
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Will
you find me a job?
I am a career counselor, not a recruiter. But I will help
you locate the right people and develop an action plan
that will lead to a job.
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Do you
know everything about all of the major occupations?
No. No one knows everything. I have more than 30 years
of business and professional experience in addition to
an advanced professional degree in the field of career
development. I will work with you to develop the information
necessary to help you in your career or job search. |
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I live
in Baltimore. Is the distance a problem?
I work with many clients in distant cities over the phone.
Phone sessions last one hour and are by appointment only.
They are usually held in the evening. |
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How
much does your service cost?
I charge $115 per hour for in-person or telephone appointments.
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Do you
give vocational tests?
Yes. I am qualified and experienced in administering all
the major career and personality tests. They can be very
helpful in career decision-making. |
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Do you
accept health insurance or HMO payment for your services?
Not yet. The insurance industry does not cover career
counseling today. This will change eventually. |
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Do you
accept credit card payment for your services?
Yes. I accept Visa, MasterCard and Discover. |
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My former
employer has offered me outplacement services. Can you
bill the company?
Yes. Please have your former employer contact me or give
me your employer’s contact information so we can
arrange a service agreement. |
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Can
I contact you by phone for a consultation whenever I have
a work-related problem?
Yes. I am available for phone consultations with clients
whenever the need arises. |
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If I
have a major personal problem, can you help me with it?
I can help you with work-related aspects of a major personal
problem. For other issues, I can refer you to a licensed
therapist with the appropriate specialty. |
