Your client is struggling to reach their career goals. How can you offer them the support they need?

Instead of just assessing what you want in your career, evaluate where you are currently and identify any gaps. Look at what skills or experiences are missing and which strengths can be leveraged further. This allows you to build a tailored action plan that directly addresses your needs and aligns with your goals. By focusing on both the present state and future aspirations, you ensure the support is targeted, realistic, and effective

Let see where the gap is ? what is stopping him ? i will ask him , do you understand your goal well ? Do you have a clear written goals ? Have you assigned the correct KPIs ? do you know how your performance will be measured ? then i will ask him what do you need to reach your goal ? if i will offer you all the support and help what will you need ? then it i will tell you what if instead i do it for you , i will help you build the skills you need ? what skills will help you ? and i will assess with him the job needed competencies and skills ? then we will put a plan together offering him the support and the skill development . Monitoring and bi weekly evaluation of the plan execution as well as the focus on the goals is very important .

One of those most crucial elements that I have seem omitted from my clients is setting clear goals that they can measure to review their success. At times, individuals can have difficulty in understanding what success will look like along with the steps they need to take to execute their vision. Spend time with your coach to identify KPI's, both lagging and leading, that will support your ability to get curious together on your strengths along with your opportunities to improve. Goals are meant to give us road markers that we can check in to view our progress and give us data to focus our time and attention to be successful. Set goals with measurements that can guide your path so that you can grow and develop along the way.

Skill development is both filling gaps and strategically enhancing what makes you valuable. Start by pinpointing skills that directly support their career goals. Encourage a hands-on approach such as learning by doing, seeking mentorship, or taking on projects that challenge them. Focus on building skills that not only add value to their role but also boost their confidence and adaptability. The key is to keep growth continuous, aligning every new skill with the bigger picture of their professional journey.

Encourage them to start by engaging with people who inspire them, both within and outside their current circle. Focus on mutual value and how can they help others while also learning and gaining insights. Suggest they be proactive in reaching out, asking thoughtful questions, and showing genuine interest in others’ work. Networking should feel authentic, aligning with their personal and professional goals, and serving as a platform for continuous learning and opportunity.

To enhance resilience, help your client build strategies to effectively cope with setbacks and stay motivated. Encourage them to develop a positive mindset and remain adaptable in the face of challenges. Provide resources for stress management, such as mindfulness techniques or professional counseling. Regularly review their progress, celebrate small wins, and adjust strategies as needed to maintain momentum. This approach not only helps them navigate obstacles but also strengthens their overall resilience and commitment to their career goals.