Higher Ed Career Coach offers career planning advice and services targeted toward the needs of higher education professionals.
Sean Cook, the publisher, lead writer, and career coach, spent 15 years working in Student Affairs, before establishing this website and his coaching practice in 2009. He brings over 25 years’ experience, from both sides of the hiring table.
Other contributors include educators, scholars, hiring managers, Human Resource practitioners., and other experts on career development, resume writing, and interviewing. You can apply the guidance found here to move forward in your career in Higher Education.
Sections
- The Blog features advice articles, first-person perspectives, interviews, book reviews, news, announcements, resources, and other information, geared toward helping educators move forward in their careers. Click on the Latest Post tab to read recent entries.
- Go to the Coaching page for information on how to set up a free 30-minute career planning intake meeting. Upon scheduling the meeting, you will receive information about coaching packages, interview coaching, and writing services (Resume and CV Development). During the meeting, we will discuss your needs and gauge your readiness for coaching. You will leave with an understanding of the coaching process, services, and fees. If you are not ready to invest your time, energy, and money in career planning, there is no further obligation.
- The Resources page links to professional associations, online tools, and other resources for career planning, continuing education, and professional development.
- On the Events tab, you’ll find information about upcoming events sponsored by Higher Ed Career Coach and selected partners. Some are free, others require an investment.
- At the Store, you’ll find products and services offered by Higher Ed Career Coach, including e-books, workbooks, and videos. On occasion, items from other select vendors, or affiliate links to other online stores (Amazon, etc.) may be featured.
Check the links below for some of our great content:
- Cover Letters: 6 Reasons You Should Write One, Even If You Feel It’s a Waste of Time
- Know Your Network, Grow Your Network: Why You Need to “Get” LinkedIn
- Staking Your Claim: Convergence, Working the “Long Tail” and Defining Your Personal Brand
- Salary Negotiation and Poker: Start With the Hand You’re Dealt: Unique Value Propositions
- How To Overcome Your Phone Interview Hang-Ups: 10 Tips for Success