Go ahead, call me names! No, really - I mean it. As a career coach, I've been called many names and wear each as a badge of honor. Why? Because these 'names' are metaphors that reflect the transformative experiences my clients have had.
Let's see what they reveal about how coaching can help.
Professional Roadside Assistance
"My job search was broken down; I wasn't getting anywhere. I called you; you met me where I was at. We looked at what kind of internal support I needed to get the engine running. Plus, the new tires (resume, networking, courage, etc.) are getting me where I want to go."
Stuck on the career highway?
Stuck on the career highway? Call me roadside assistance. We'll diagnose the problem, provide the tools you need, and get you cruising towards success!
Career Sommelier
"A good sommelier draws out answers from you as to what experiences & tastes you've enjoyed (and not), what you are open to exploring, what limits you have, what you are looking for to go with the meal you will be eating (your life now & future), and offers you choices you may not know about yet, so you can decide for yourself. That's you, Judy!"
Like a sommelier. I'll help you discover the ideal blend of skills, passions, and opportunities to create a career that's perfectly suited to your taste.
Career 'Sherpa'/ Trail Companion
NOTE: Sherpas are indigenous Nepalese people with superior skills and knowledge for guiding themselves and others through the treacherous Himalayan mountains. Though meant as a compliment, I am not a Sherpa, I prefer, Trail Companion.
I knew the path I wanted to take but couldn't figure out how. You guided me with vast knowledge of the terrain and a willingness to walk alongside me even when the path needed a shift!
Lost in the wilderness? As your trail companion, I'll guide you through the rocky terrain of job searches and career transitions, adjusting our route to reach your professional peak.
Career Midwife
Like a midwife guides new life into the world, I nurture your professional rebirth. It's not always easy, but the result? A brand new career, that's uniquely yours.
"You helped me give birth to a new career by first, looking at my vision for the life I wanted and then stood by me with encouragement (and so much more),
as I did the labor."
Whether I'm your career midwife, roadside assistant trail, companion, or sommelier, each 'name' represents a unique way I can support your professional journey. These metaphors aren't just clever comparisons - they're testaments to the personalized, transformative experience of career coaching.
Judy Garfinkel helps you clarify "what's next." Her expertise in building confidence and resilience supports personal development and the ability to navigate career and work transitions – especially now! She is a PCC and certified Trauma Informed Coach. Judy also crafts bespoke resumes, cover letters, LinkedIn profiles, and bios that open doors for her clients, and guides interview prep that unlocks authenticity and lands jobs. Judy is a Past President of the International Coaching Federation - Connecticut Chapter, where she led 250+ member coaches. You can reach her at judy@moveintochange.com.
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