School leavers and graduates
Whether or not you want to continue your education at University or start applying for jobs, it is essential for you to learn how to sell yourself effectively – both on paper and in person.
My first session with every client begins with a Strengths based coaching session to help you get clear about what your ‘natural strengths’ and skills are so you are able to select the right course and career that will play to the things are a naturally good at.
I will support you and show you the structure required to create a unique and convincing Personal Statement/Motivational Essay, pulling together your unique experiences and learnings to persuade your University and course of choice that you are well suited to study the subject you have chosen.
If the world of work is your next step, I will work with you to create a ‘stand out’ CV that is tailored to the career and job of your choice and share with you the best way to apply to jobs, so that you are able to send out applications confidently by yourself.
The final step is preparing you for interview. I provide my clients with a list of typical interview questions and guidance on how best to answer them and show you how to answer them using your own experiences. I then coach you on how to deliver the answers, providing the evidence to support what you have learned with authenticity and credibility. Finally, I will share with you an effective way to ‘end’ an interview and teach you how to ask for feedback, there and then, to maximise your chances of making it through to the next round.
I believe, if we all played to our strengths and found a career that allows us to do more of what we are naturally good at, then we’d not only be more productive in our jobs, but happier and more likely to progress quicker!
about
the process
15 mins phone consultation to understand what you want from the coaching.
Identification of how many sessions actually needed and the timeline required to deliver it within.
New client form to complete - questions on what you want to achieve so the coaching is tailored and specific to your needs and the challenge/s involved.
Tailored Career Coaching - specific to clients' needs.
Creation of CV content and best way to present your experience - considering AI and Applicant Tracking Systems.
Role-play or practical run through, with coach, to practice interview techniques and how to answer typical interview questions.
“Highly recommend Cecilia! her coaching has been amazing and my son has learn’t valuable skills and his confidence has taken a leap.”
Marisa Harrold, Bromley (Mother of School Leaver)