Professional Pivot: Coach to Other Careers-Career Transition Guidance

Example

Identifying transferable skills such as team management, strategic planning, and communication.

Scenario

A football coach seeks to move into a project management role. Professional Pivot helps map out the coach's experience in team coordination and goal-setting to project management competencies, crafting a narrative for the resume that appeals to corporate employers.

Example

Exploring a wide range of potential career paths based on the individual's skills, interests, and goals.

Scenario

A swimming coach interested in healthcare is guided through exploring roles in sports therapy, wellness coaching, and rehabilitation, including steps to gain the necessary qualifications and entry points into the sector.

Example

Providing strategies for effectively searching and applying for jobs, including leveraging social media and professional networks.

Scenario

Assisting a retired track and field coach in utilizing LinkedIn for networking, identifying suitable roles in youth sports development organizations, and tailoring application materials to highlight relevant coaching achievements and mentoring skills.

Example

Building compelling resumes and cover letters that translate coaching achievements into corporate language; preparing for interviews with mock sessions.

Scenario

A volleyball coach applying for a sales team leadership position receives help in framing their ability to strategize, motivate, and achieve competitive goals in a way that resonates with sales performance metrics and team-building in the business context.

Example

Advising on how to build and leverage professional networks for career opportunities.

Scenario

Guidance is given to a gymnastics coach on joining professional associations, attending industry networking events, and connecting with alumni to find mentorship and job opportunities in educational administration.