This is an Energise blog series with three blogs about creating a future-proof career. This is part 2 of 3.
Read part 1: Why you need a future-proof career
Why you need a future-proof career
So how do you start creating a future-proof career?
A good place to begin creating a future proof career is to develop the 5 career adaptability competencies the ‘5Cs’s’. This will put you in good stead.
The ‘5 Cs’ are: control, curiosity, commitment, confidence and concern.
- Control – being proactive, decisive & taking responsibility for your career.
- Curiosity – broadening your horizons by seeking options, possibilities and knowledge.
- Commitment – passionately pursuing & taking action to move to the career horizon of your choosing.
- Confidence – belief in yourself & that you can achieve your goal.
- Concern – having a positive & philosophical attitude to mistakes or rejection.
Client examples
Sophie
Sophie’s confidence in what she has to offer has been rebuilt and she is pushing out her comfort zone more and more in marketing herself.
“Tonight, I went to the launch of a new network that I was thinking about joining. I’ve come home absolutely buzzing and have realised that at the beginning of this year (a) I would never have backed myself enough to join the network; and (b) I would never have gone around a room of strangers (politely!) interrupting their conversations to introduce myself and join in on their chats, do it multiple times and really enjoy it! I met a heap of fabulous and interesting people and who I have connected with and we are going to meet again/try to find ways collaborate. I want to thank you because you really have been instrumental in all of this and how far I feel I have developed during this year. So…THANK YOU!”
Sophie J.
Rachel N
Rachel worked with me during Covid-19 lockdowns, and successfully moved home and jobs at a very uncertain time in the world.
“I found Rachel both creative in approach yet structured and holding me accountable to agreed actions. Her style is warm, friendly with clear boundaries. If you are thinking about having coaching at this uncertain time in the world, don’t think twice, make the decision and influence your future prospects.”
Rachel Nagy.
Claire
Claire gained new ideas from working with me and is now a published author, following my introduction to a publisher which is helping her pivot in a new career direction.
“Rachel really helped guide me in what I was looking for, forcing me to think wider than the confines of my current career. She has some insightful exercises to help delve into these areas.”
Claire Shasha.
Penny
Penny was made redundant and I shared different ways in which she could use her skills, knowledge and experience to move her career in new directions, creating a future-proof career.
“I particularly appreciated Rachel’s ability to generate ideas and suggestions for further exploration.”
Penny Fowler.
11 tips to start creating a future proof career
As well as developing your career adaptability competencies, create a career plan incorporating these actions:
- Personal networking – build and leverage your network.
- Build your reputation e.g. testimonials and client case studies.
- Create targeted biogs.
- Develop your personal brand.
5. Build your career capital, things that make you marketable, e.g. thought leadership, awards, higher level of qualification, career accreditations etc.
6. Develop your social media presence.
7. Develop specialisms – in demand niches.
8. CPD – focus on in demand skills, where there is a skills shortage e.g. data analytics
9. Make time for regular reviews to take stock – trends, pipeline, marketing, CPD, money etc.
10. Develop a ‘side hustle’ e.g. turn a hobby into a paid project e.g. cake making.
11. Broaden your skills, knowledge and experience. This will give you more options in the future.
About your career coach Rachel Brushfield
My job is to help my clients to have an uplifting breakthrough at major career crossroads and create future-proof careers, giving them peace of mind in an uncertain world.
I have been a career strategist and coach for over 25 years and creating skills CVs for over 35 years.
I have an insights and ideas mind! This comes from my career heritage in strategy and innovation. This is very useful to help my clients create a future-proof career.
What next?
Contact us to arrange your free no obligation 20 minute meeting about your needs and how we can help. https://www.inspiringportfoliocareers.com/contact-us/