Career Coaching Program

PR graduate turned sales rep, turned PR professional, turned producer, turned HR member turned career coach. Yep, Lucy's had quite the career journey. Read about her highs and lows here

Getting your CV and cover letter right is a crucial step in applying for any job. Have a look at our sports coach job advertisement example written to industry standards that will help you write a winning job application.

When a sprinter is crossing the line first to claim Olympic gold or a League player is converting the winning try – the last thing on their minds is what career they will pursue once their sporting prowess fades and the next generation steps in.

Are you fighting fit and achieving your goals, or have you lapsed into professional complacency? Whether you’re on the starting blocks of your career or already well on your way, these helpful tips will ensure you’re on track for professional success.

Finding a life coach can be a minefield, there are so many out there. But there are a few strategies that you can follow to make sure that you find one who is perfect for you and in this article we spill the beans.

Getting your CV and cover letter right is a crucial step in applying for any job. Have a look at our sports coach resume example written to industry standards that will help you write a winning job application.

Getting your CV and cover letter right is a crucial step in applying for any job. Have a look at our sports coach cover letter example written to industry standards that will help you write a winning job application.

The property market is booming – but does that mean a job in real estate is a sound career move? From courses, to commissions to your competition, we\'ve got all your questions answered.

Bek makes her place in the world, she has never waited for a space to open for her. Read how she overcame adversity to become the director in three companies and a global professional mentor.

Dread Mondays? Don’t know where to go and what to do next? A career coach or counsellor can help you find purpose in life. In this quick read, understand the difference between a career coach and a career counsellor.

Dreaming of a career change? Don't know what you want to do? Or you have a cunning career plan already? Whatever your situation, a career coach can help. In this article, find out what exactly a career coach can do for you.

Career coaches can be a great help in your career; they can help you maximise your potential and opportunities and help you navigate challenges and obstacles smoothly. Find out more about how a career coach could help you.

Are you satisfied with your career? What\'s holding you back? In our latest guest post, author Maria Simonelli helps you discover your career \'sweet spot\'.

Where are you right now in your career? Are you a career shifter or career starter? Our Career Personas will help you define where you are on your career path and the next step to take!

The University of Melbourne has introduced a new medical program offering 60 full fee-paying places in its four-year postgraduate Doctor of Medicine program, causing outrage from the Australian Medical Students’ Association (AMSA).

Getting your CV and cover letter right is a crucial step in applying for any job. Have a look at our international aid program coordinator resume example written to industry standards that will help you write a winning job application.

Getting your CV and cover letter right is a crucial step in applying for any job. Have a look at our international aid program coordinator cover letter example written to industry standards that will help you write a winning job application.

Getting your CV and cover letter right is a crucial step in applying for any job. Have a look at our international aid program coordinator job advertisement example written to industry standards that will help you write a winning job application.

In an effort to improve opportunities for women in leadership roles in the Royal Australian Navy, the Australian Government is expanding its Navy Women’s Leadership Program in 2010.

Have you tried turning it off and on again? If you think this phrase sums up what a career in IT means, then think again. Here’s the lowdown on the many directions you can take your IT career.

If you’re considering working in mining, agriculture, resources or civil infrastructure, there is a new training program being developed to qualify and prepare you for the workforce.

If your time at university is drawing to an end and you’re worried about your chances of finding employment, applying for a summer vacation program could help you secure the job of your dreams at the end of your study.

For many young kids, becoming an astronaut and flying through outer space is the ultimate job – it\'s right up there with other popular careers children aspire to, such as firefighter, super hero and princess.

Like training wheels for a bike, internships and graduate programs guide and train you into your first real job. They can be the golden ticket to your dream career.

The times they are a changing, but is it all for the better? What should you be studying to future-proof your skills and what do the advancements in artificial intelligence mean for your career?

They’re on highway billboards, they’re in your monthly magazines, on your most visited websites and interrupt your TV programs. Advertisements are a part of our daily lives and constitute one of the most competitive and exciting industries around.

If you love the idea of helping people with their health issues but don’t think becoming a nurse or doctor is for you, then consider a career in allied health.

If you love animals and have the empathy, patience and observational skills required, a career or hobby working with animals could be your calling.

Do you feel like you\'ve hit a bit of a wall in your career and want to advance but don\'t know how? Here are some tried and tested tips to get you on your way.

If you have a winning way with people and are a skilled negotiator, the real estate industry could be your ticket to a dynamic and lucrative career.

It’s Australian Engineering Week from 5-11 August 2013, with engineering-related events, site tours and activities nation-wide. Here\'s a guide to some of the career options Engineers Australia is highlighting as part of this week.

With Australia\'s youth jobless rate peaking last month, new research into the availability and adequate funding of high school career advisers has uncovered some concerning figures. Marni investigates.

For anyone aspiring to a career in management, wishing to climb the corporate ladder or dreaming about running their own business, a business qualification is one of the best places to start.

If you’re concerned about the future of the planet and want to do everything you can to make a difference, then an environmental career could be your door to personal fulfilment and a more sustainable future.

You will remember Dr Chuck Hahn from Career FAQs Weird & Wonderful, the book that takes you on a white-knuckle ride through the world of wacky work.

Career FAQs welcomes Southern Cross University and Deakin University as two new tertiary education partners.

There are plenty of jobs out there that will literally take you places. To mark World Tourist Day, we highlight some careers that can make you the ultimate professional world traveller.

There is a plethora of careers available in the art world whether you are interested in creating, buying, selling, teaching, analysing or organising the masterpieces of tomorrow.

If you are leaving your job as part of a major career change, use this sample resignation letter as a template for your formal notification.

Whether you’re happy in your job or are itching for new opportunities, signing up to LinkedIn and exploring its features can open up many opportunities for your career down the track.

The idea of a ‘career’ is starting to become obsolete as people move regularly between industries and opt to retrain. How can you tell whether your job is a keeper?

Smash it in the \'rush hour of life\' with these 8 career goals to tick off in your 40s!

Looking to get hands on with your career? We take a closer look at massage therapy, and put a spotlight on the practice of myotherapy!

Ever wondered about the career you would have had if life hadn\'t gotten in the way? Answer these 10 simple questions to find out which celebrity career you were destined for.

No ifs or butts! This weekend, help restore some of Australia\'s beauty and boost your career while you\'re there.

If you like the idea of working with your hands, building something that lasts and getting paid while you learn, then why not consider a career in building and construction?

If you’ve got a way with words, images, people and strategy, and are plugged into what’s ‘now’, you could have what it takes to enjoy a successful and stimulating career in marketing.

If you enjoy helping people and want an interesting and varied career, then you should consider a rewarding career in community services!

The ‘mad scientist’ archetype has long fuelled wild misconceptions about what goes on behind closed laboratory doors. We put some of the most common industry myths under the microscope, to help you decide whether a career in science is right for you.

YouTube is great for screaming goats, but can there be some career gems among the Jimmy Fallon skits and X Factor clips? Here are the top 10 career lessons from YouTube for your viewing pleasure.

If you have just finished school, are re-entering the workforce or simply want to change careers – have you considered applying for an Australian apprenticeship?

Baby Cambridge has entered the world with some royally big responsibilities ahead of him. It\'s got us thinking about just how much influence parents can have on their children’s career paths.

When you\'re changing careers, preparing a resume for your new industry can be tricky. We have some tips on how to approach a career change resume.

In this climate of economical uncertainty it\'s nice to know there\'s something you can count on. Career FAQs books still have industry-specific advice on your ideal job, as well as the career insights of 25+ people working in the field.

The health care sector continues to be one of the fastest growing industries in Australia. This guest post from carecareers explores why it could just be your ticket to a life-altering career change in 2015.

The Reinvent Your Career Expo is coming to Sydney. The expo is a great opportunity for people thinking about or making a career change.

Perhaps the global financial crisis is the catalyst you need to get your career into peak performance.

If you’re an ideas person with a flair for writing, you can’t go past a career in communications for diversity and creative stimulation.

If you yearn for creative expression and know how to combine your creativity with precision and technical skill, then a career in design may be perfect for you.

Dreading going in to work the next day? Feeling tired and burnt out? How to recognise the signs that it\'s time for a career change.

Take our Career Personality Test and discover your personality style, work-related strengths, ideal job environment, learning style, career options and the training that can get you into your ideal job!

Australia\'s inaugural \'Real Age\' career event, Reinvent Your Career Expo, kicks off in Melbourne on July 26 and 27. It will visit Sydney on October 25 and 26, before making its way up to Brissie in March 2009.

We cast our gaze over each of the four trines of the Chinese zodiac to help you determine which strengths and weaknesses to look out for when forecasting your career this Chinese New Year.

Returning to work after maternity (or paternity!) leave is often the best time to consider a career change. If you\'re after a pathway that offers flexibility, support and a way to give back to the community – look no further.

If your career feels stagnant and your job leaves you wanting, then there’s no need to grin and bear it. Take a leap of faith this new year and begin the adventure of a new career search.

We take a look at what career lessons you can learn from AMC\'s Breaking Bad, from meth to morality, and everything in between.

Whether you’re switching careers or just buggering off to travel overseas, a break from work can be a useful tool to garner not just life experience, but extra skills with which to arm yourself for your next big move.

Your 30s are a great time to invest in yourself so you can continue to reap the rewards later on in your career. Here are 8 career goals to kick when you\'re in your thirties.

Not happy in your current job? You\'re not alone - the average person will shift careers up to seven times! It\'s time to make a change... but first, take in these seven important considerations.

Do you feel professionally stale and unmotivated, like you’re going nowhere? Sounds like you’re in a rut – see what Jo has to say about getting your career mojo back.

These are exciting times here at Career FAQs! We’ve just launched our new website, re-designed to make it easier than ever to find course and career information. Take a tour through our new site and discover all the additional features and improvements.

We can often find life advice in the most unconventional of places. Vivien goes digging around the jaw-breaking gaming phenomenon, Candy Crush, to find some hidden career lesson gems (hard rock candied gems, to be precise).

Don’t throw away your twenties, hoping that stuff will work itself out. Claim this defining decade of your life and set your career up for later life!

If you find yourself dreading the sound of the alarm, dragging yourself into work and wishing your day (and life) away, it might be time to think about changing jobs – and maybe even totally transforming your career.

Fitness is a booming industry with a bunch of career options; it's not all about personal training. It's also a great industry for those who want to be their own boss, love social media marketing and don't mind a freebie or two!

Australian schools are being adopted by an unlikely parent. Not by Madonna or Brangelina, but by the Transport and Logistics industry.

With talk of climate change and carbon taxes on everyone\'s lips, awareness of green issues is at an all-time high. But look around your workplace – are green practices an integrated part of your organisation’s culture?

You hate to admit it, but you\'re not exactly a tech guru. Find out how to demonstrate an aptitude and enthusiasm to learn new skills with this sample interview Q&A.

Since taxes are one of the certainties in life, it stands to reason that jobs in accountancy are too.

Transport and logistics may not have a reputation as a glamorous industry, but don’t be fooled. The sector has plenty to offer when it comes to job prospects and wages.

If you’re an adventurous and ambitious person who loves new experiences, studying a language course could just open the opportunity of a lifetime.

Many of us would agree with Gandhi’s assertion that health, not money, is the real wealth. But have you ever thought about putting yourself in the healer’s seat?

We break down the top-employing categories of health care and social assistance so you know where the jobs are.

Ever wondered what a qualification in the sports industry can really do for you?