Career Development/Life Skills Training

[Anonymous]

I am an HR Professional who has a sincere interest in workforce/career development and life skills training. I've been pondering an idea of opening a business that provides career development training and life skills. In terms of career development, I mean resume preparation, building interview skills, networking, etc. In terms of life skills, I am thinking the basic things that we ought to know as adults that we are not taught in school, such as investing, saving, buying a home, etc. What do you guys think about that? Would you pay for a program that offered something along those lines? Alternatively, if I were to offer free services, I would need to be sponsored and be a non-profit, however, I don't quite know how I would make a strong living off of that. I want to be a business owner. I'm just sort of tossing ideas around in my head. Any tips or pointers, or just your opinion, is appreciated.

[Anonymous]

The people who need these services are the least likely to be willing/capable of paying for them.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:The people who need these services are the least likely to be willing/capable of paying for them.

This.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:The people who need these services are the least likely to be willing/capable of paying for them.

OP here. I was thinking the same. Those who would have the money to pay for it don't need it, and those that don't have the money would benefit. Thanks for your response.

[Anonymous]

OP again. How about a career coach? Are people likely to pay for services from a career coach?

[Anonymous]

You may be able to consult for large companies that need help with some of their problem employees. You could also target new college grads- they won't have the money but their parents may and umiversity career services centers are notoriously bad.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:You may be able to consult for large companies that need help with some of their problem employees. You could also target new college grads- they won't have the money but their parents may and umiversity career services centers are notoriously bad.

OP here. I love your ideas. I thought about consulting for large companies but wasn't sure if they wanted or needed career development services. I like that idea. I also think the college grads are a good idea. I also thought about private career coaching. Lots to brainstorm. Thank you!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:You may be able to consult for large companies that need help with some of their problem employees. You could also target new college grads- they won't have the money but their parents may and umiversity career services centers are notoriously bad.

OP here. I love your ideas. I thought about consulting for large companies but wasn't sure if they wanted or needed career development services. I like that idea. I also think the college grads are a good idea. I also thought about private career coaching. Lots to brainstorm. Thank you!

You're welcome! I think the types of services you want to offer are sorely needed.

[Anonymous]

You should look at ATD for membership as it is workforce development/ training professionals. Also NCDA for career counselors. Lastly, georgetown for executive coaching certificate or ICF in california as the big one for coaching certifications. This field is highly represented now and requires certifcations, some professional licenses ( depending on what you call yourself.)

[Anonymous]

Hi OP. I am willing to pay for your services. Not crazy amounts but something that is reasonable. I am sort of lost regarding my job and all the things you said you could provide seem like I need! If you can post your email, maybe I could be your guinea pig

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:You should look at ATD for membership as it is workforce development/ training professionals. Also NCDA for career counselors. Lastly, georgetown for executive coaching certificate or ICF in california as the big one for coaching certifications. This field is highly represented now and requires certifcations, some professional licenses ( depending on what you call yourself.)

I think you mean CTI - the coaching school based in CA. The ICF oversees coaching practices. Certification with them is a bare minimum but I've seen coaches who have ICF certification who aren't very good- their standards are fairly low. CPCC through CTI is a gold standard; Georgetown and a very small handful of others.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Hi OP. I am willing to pay for your services. Not crazy amounts but something that is reasonable. I am sort of lost regarding my job and all the things you said you could provide seem like I need! If you can post your email, maybe I could be your guinea pig

OP here, hi! Thank you! Please email me at rheanaf210 @ yahoo . com

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:You should look at ATD for membership as it is workforce development/ training professionals. Also NCDA for career counselors. Lastly, georgetown for executive coaching certificate or ICF in california as the big one for coaching certifications. This field is highly represented now and requires certifcations, some professional licenses ( depending on what you call yourself.)

I think you mean CTI - the coaching school based in CA. The ICF oversees coaching practices. Certification with them is a bare minimum but I've seen coaches who have ICF certification who aren't very good- their standards are fairly low. CPCC through CTI is a gold standard; Georgetown and a very small handful of others.

OP here. I will look into this. Thank you.