Frequently Asked Questions About Career Coaching
1. How do I know if it's time to quit my job?
If you regularly feel unhappy, unmotivated, undervalued or anxious about going to work, it may be time to reassess your situation. Other signs include feeling stuck, losing interest in work you once enjoyed, or finding that your job is negatively affecting your life outside work.
However, feeling unhappy doesn't automatically mean you need to resign. A career coach can help you understand what's causing your dissatisfaction, explore your options and decide whether to change jobs, change careers or make changes to your current role.
2. Can a career coach help me decide whether to change careers?
Yes. A career coach can help you understand your strengths, values, interests and priorities, identify what's missing from your current working life, and explore alternative career paths. They can also help you assess your options realistically, considering factors such as salary, flexibility, skills and family commitments.
Career coaching isn't about telling you what to do. It's about helping you make an informed decision and develop a practical plan for a more fulfilling working life.
3. What does a career coach do and how can career coaching help me?
A career coach helps you gain clarity about your working life, identify your goals and work out how to achieve them. Depending on your circumstances, this might involve exploring a career change, improving your confidence, finding a more suitable job, addressing dissatisfaction in your current role or planning your next professional move.
At YES Career Coaching, the focus is on helping you understand what you want from work and take practical steps towards a career that feels more challenging, enjoyable and rewarding.
4. Is it too late to change careers in my 40s or 50s?
Definitely not! Changing careers in your 40s or 50s is possible, and your existing experience, transferable skills and professional network may give you valuable advantages. You don't necessarily have to start again from scratch.
The key is to identify what you want from your next chapter, understand which opportunities are realistic and develop a plan that works for your financial circumstances and lifestyle. Career coaching can help you explore these possibilities and approach change with greater confidence.
5. What if I don't want to quit my job but I'm unhappy at work?
You don't always need to leave your job to improve your working life. Your dissatisfaction might stem from your workload, management, working environment, lack of flexibility or limited opportunities for growth.
Career coaching can help you identify what's making you unhappy and consider practical changes, such as redefining your role, improving boundaries, exploring internal opportunities or having a conversation with your manager. The aim is to help you discover what needs to change, whether that's your current job or something more fundamental.
6. How much does career coaching cost, and is it worth it?
The cost of career coaching varies depending on the coach, the level of support and the length of the programme. When considering whether it's worth the investment, think about what greater career clarity could mean for your confidence, job satisfaction and future opportunities.
YES Career Coaching offers one-to-one support to help you understand your options, make confident career decisions and create a practical plan for moving forward. You can get in touch to discuss your situation, the support you need and the available coaching options before deciding whether to proceed.
7. How do I find the right career coach for me?
Look for a career coach whose experience, approach and specialisms match your needs. Check their website, read client testimonials and consider whether they understand the challenges you're facing. It's also worth asking how they structure their coaching, what you can expect to achieve and whether their approach feels right for you.
The relationship matters: you should feel comfortable being honest about your concerns while also being challenged to explore new perspectives. A discovery call is a useful way to discuss your goals and decide whether a coach is a good fit.