The challenges of Job Hunting Staying motivated with a job hunter state of mind 1. The job search Many people I speak to tell me the same thing; the effort to job hunting is demoralising. So much time and effort is put into tailoring the perfect CV and cover letter, so much preparation is done…
CV writing can be daunting. The CV is usually the very first time you introduce yourself to prospective employers so it is essential to put your best foot forward. There is a lot of pressure to put yourself forward in the best possible way. A lot of uncertainty as to what to leave in and…
Dear Manager, Even the most experienced manager will have found themselves in unchartered waters during the past year. Some thrive in the chaos and some may struggle with new ways of working. I started work during the pandemic, being trained and managed remotely in a fast-paced industry affected significantly by two simultaneous challenges; Brexit and…
The diary of a new start & 3 top tips You’ve gone through the interview, you’ve got the call back, you’ve got the job! But this is only the beginning of a new adventure. Although it’s a time of exhilaration, starting a new job is also a time of uncertainty, even in normal times.…
The resilient rose What is resilience? Resilience isn’t about bouncing back. Resilience is the ability to adapt in the face of adversity. Our capacity to find strength to deal with, learn from and grow from difficult situations. When we are faced with difficult situations we can sometimes lose perspective and our common sense gets lost…
Who are my clients? Who uses career coaching? My clients are typically at a time in their lives when they want or need a career change. That may be a new role or a change of role. Some are facing challenges in their role or challenging situations. Some simply want to achieve something that…
6 coping strategies for working mothers under pressure Covid-19 has brought considerable pressure to working mothers. As a working mother with 3 “grown up” children living at home I can feel the strain. I cannot even imagine what it must be like to have young children in these challenging times. The challenges…
2020 has been a stormy year to date! I’m mature enough to know it’s realistic to expect setbacks in life but we are certainly being challenged in 2020. I suspect the majority of us have experienced major disruption to our lives and have had to face significant challenges and setbacks over the last…
Staying focused in times of change. My name is Claire Bain I am an executive coach and I’ve been working with people for over 10 years to help them clarify where they want to go, what they want to achieve and support to get there. Managing our time is a key personal development…
It breaks my heart when really capable people just cannot seem to get over the interview “hurdle”. When I have my initial chat with clients enquiring about interview coaching I often hear phrases like: “well, I’m not a good…
Leading people has never been so challenging. In this time of extreme uncertainty, now more than ever is the time to find your authentic leadership style. Leadership coaching helps you align your values and beliefs to develop your natural style. Here are three things to consider: 1. Your purpose and values Values, ethos, and…
Build up your interview confidence. What will the questions be? This is typically the first question I get asked by clients in interview coaching. I obviously cannot guarantee 100 % accuracy of this but as an interview coach and trainer for over 10 years I do know how to help you prepare for…
Leading through change is a challenge Leadership coaching provides confidential supports to you while leading your staff through these challenging times and motivate them to develop and succeed. The Kubler-ross change curve is a model that has been used in organizations and leadership coaching for quite a while and it explores the different reactions…
The future is uncertain but…uncertainty is at the very heart of human creativity. In the current climate there is a lack of uncertainty around the challenges we face and for how long. This can cause us to feel overwhelmed and powerless. Career coaching can support you through these times. “It isn’t just…
What is career coaching and how does it work? Let me try to explain from over 15 years experience of providing career coaching. Who am I? I am Claire Bain, career coach in N. Ireland and I provide coaching, training and facilitation services to help people achieve personal and business results. I work with…