{"id":15837,"date":"2018-05-26T07:31:25","date_gmt":"2018-05-26T07:31:25","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.globalcareercounsellor.com\/blog\/?p=15837"},"modified":"2021-01-20T06:17:08","modified_gmt":"2021-01-20T06:17:08","slug":"career-counselling-as-a-job","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.globalcareercounsellor.com\/blog\/career-counselling-as-a-job\/","title":{"rendered":"Career Counselling as a job? Why not?"},"content":{"rendered":"

We are all familiar with the saying \u201cwhen there\u2019s a problem, there is a solution too\u201d<\/strong>. Most of us believe in this theory<\/strong> and that keeps us going in the most difficult times of our lives. What about those who need some help in understanding this theory? Who needs some guidance<\/strong> in their lives? We are talking about the current generation<\/strong> here.<\/span><\/p>\n

Most of the students take up science in school followed by engineering in college & later on apply for an MBA. What a valuable package of courses, right? But why do most of the Engineering students opt for an MBA rather than a specialized Masters in their own field? It is because most of the students are unaware of their personalities, interests & desires<\/strong> in life. They are often advised by their parents, siblings or neighbors. Their choices limit either Science, Math or Arts (rarely). Do we blame the Students? Parents? Teachers? Or the School?<\/span><\/p>\n

Imagine if students and parents could speak to a professional about their <\/span>career plans and opportunities<\/strong><\/a><\/span>. Only to get perspective, vision & motivation in return! Wouldn\u2019t that be great? Well, let\u2019s learn more about it today.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Ever heard of Career Counselling<\/strong>?<\/span><\/h3>\n

Most of you must be having a typical picture of an aged person on a desk with plenty of books and knowledge to share. But that\u2019s not what Career Counselling looks like. Career Counselling needs one to be a good listener, a friendly advisor. Someone who can bring out the interest and potential of a candidate and guide him\/her towards the right career path.<\/span><\/p>\n

Let\u2019s take one step at a time:<\/span><\/p>\n

Who can become a Career Counsellor?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

The profession has a vast scope in its industry. It offers various kinds & types of services. A Psychologist, Teacher, Administrator, Doctor, Housewife, or Freelancer, anybody can opt for a Career in this industry. If you are confident and have a passion for making someone\u2019s life better, the door\u2019s open for you!<\/span><\/p>\n

Do you understand what t<\/strong>he job of a Career Counsellor<\/strong>\u00a0is like?<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n

Two most basic responsibilities are:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Identifying<\/strong> an individual\u2019s strength, weakness, opportunity, and threat.<\/span>
\nUnderstanding<\/strong> their interest & desire in life.<\/span><\/p>\n

How do you stand out of the box? The<\/span> work of a Career Counsellor<\/strong><\/a> <\/span>is not limited to what we\u2019ve mentioned above. It requires:<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n