Illustration by Jennifer Tapias Derch
Summary.
Whether you’re a recent graduate, a mid-career professional seeking a change, or an executive looking to enhance leadership skills, a career coach can be an invaluable resource. A 2021 Harris Poll survey of 1,535 adults showed that while only 12% of working adults were currently utilizing a career counselor, nearly two-thirds agreed that it would be helpful to talk to a professional regarding future career moves. This gap may be explained by the fact that traditional career coaching can be expensive and time-consuming—the average hourly rate for a career coach in 2023 was $272.