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The concept of lifelong learning has been a subject of much debate and exploration. Is learning a natural instinct, occurring by accident throughout our lives, or is it a deliberate choice made by humans to improve themselves and their understanding of the world? This discussion is reminiscent of the age-old nature vs. nurture argument, where the origins of certain traits are attributed to either inherent qualities or environmental influences. In the context of lifelong learning, the debate revolves around whether learning is an accidental by-product of our experiences or a consciously chosen path that offers numerous benefits or is it both?

Have you ever found yourself yearning for a change in your professional life? Perhaps you've been dreaming of exploring a different industry, one that aligns better with your passions and aspirations. Making a career transition can be an exciting yet daunting journey. But fear not! In this comprehensive guide, we will walk you through the essential steps and strategies to successfully switch industries and master your career transition.

It’s no act of heroism going it alone when it comes to deciding on your career options or pathways, it can be costly and time consuming. Career change can be a minefield to navigate, especially for the inexperienced person and it may not be enough to just ‘google it’. We are in the information era and not all of the information we find is good, real or trustworthy.

In these uncertain times where there are more people changing industries than ever before, it’s important to get it right so you can secure a stable position in an industry that is here to stay. And more importantly, if we have learnt anything of late, it’s to find happiness and balance in our career choices.

Recently, my twenty-two-year-old son had a major motorcycle accident right when he was about to sign up for an apprenticeship in landscape gardening. After two years of rehabilitation, he found himself physically unable to resume where he left off in the chosen career. Destiny seemed to have a different plan for him. During this time, he was stressed and depressed with moments of anxiety and uncertainty clouding his judgement of what to do next. So, we arranged a Career Counselling session for him and it changed his life direction in ways we had never considered… For the best. He is now studying Environmental Science at university! So…

Coaching, and in particular, Career Coaching has been trending in the past few years – and for good reason. Following the worldwide pandemic in 2020, we first saw an increase in redundancies across Australia in most industries. Then in 2021, recruitment and hiring professionals reported a 'talent shortage' and unemployment is now lower than it has been in years.

Life-altering events and uncertainty often stimulate internal reflection for people to really consider what is important to them and what matters most when it comes to their career. Reaching out for support from a Career Coach is often the boost people need when they are at a crossroad or stagnant in their work. They are better able to confidently move into a position that excites, stimulates, and is in alignment with a focused career pathway.

If you have been thinking about becoming a Career Coach, Advisor, or Guidance Counsellor, we can help you make this a reality. In this article, we have stepped out the 5 ‘must haves' to becoming a successful career professional.

The age-old question of ‘what do you want to be when you grow up’ causes a lot of anxiety in young people today. Not everyone knows what they want to do, or if they do - they can often be unsure of how to go about taking the first step towards their career journey. As a career guidance practitioner or mentor for a younger person, knowing how to guide someone can save years of anxiety and costly mistakes.