Coach 1st Career Support

The Career Support Programme is a structured five-stage journey designed to equip professionals with the tools, knowledge, and strategies essential for career advancement in the global job market. 

Through a combination of market intelligence, personal branding, strategic networking, and interview mastery, participants develop a comprehensive toolkit that not only supports immediate job search success but also provides lasting career management capabilities. 

This programme transforms traditional job seeking into a strategic process that emphasises individual achievement, market value, and long-term career sustainability.

Career Support Programme

Stage 1: Knowledge Building

Understanding the UK Employment Market

• Analysis of current industry trends and growth sectors
• Labour market insights and regional employment patterns
• Understanding recruitment processes and decision-makers
• Salary benchmarking and market rates
• Impact of economic conditions on hiring practices

Tools and Outcomes

• Market intelligence reports
• Industry-specific salary guides
• Economic indicators dashboard
• Recruitment cycle understanding
• Network mapping template

Stage 2: Achievement-Focused CV Development

Core Components

• Personal brand development
• Achievement identification and quantification
• Competency mapping
• Unique selling proposition creation
• Digital profile alignment

Tools and Outcomes

• Achievement journal template
• STAR methodology framework
• Skills-to-market alignment matrix
• LinkedIn optimisation guide
• Personal brand statement template

Stage 3: Proactive Job Search Strategies

Hidden Job Market Access

• Network development and management
• Social media engagement strategy
• Direct approach techniques
• Industry event targeting
• Referral generation methods

Tools and Outcomes

• Networking action plan
• Target company database
• LinkedIn connection strategy
• Informational interview guide
• Referral request templates

Stage 4: Interview Preparation

Competency-Based Interview Mastery

• STAR technique application
• Achievement storytelling
• Question prediction and preparation
• Body language and presentation skills
• Interview direction control techniques

Tools and Outcomes

• Competency question bank
• Mock interview framework
• Feedback analysis template
• Non-verbal communication guide
• Follow-up strategy template

Stage 5: Value Achievement and Onboarding

Negotiation and Integration

• Package negotiation strategies
• Benefits optimisation
• First 90 days planning
• Stakeholder mapping
• Success metrics establishment

Tools and Outcomes

• Negotiation script templates
• Benefits comparison worksheet
• 30-60-90 day plan template
• Stakeholder engagement matrix
• Performance tracking framework

Long-Term Career Value

• Continuous professional development planning
• Personal brand maintenance
• Network nurturing strategies
• Market value monitoring
• Career progression tracking

Programme Delivery Methods

• One-to-one coaching sessions
• Group workshops
• Online learning modules
• Practical exercises
• Progress review meetings

Success Metrics

• Job search effectiveness rate
• Interview success ratio
• Salary achievement targets
• Onboarding satisfaction score
• Long-term career progression