“The reality of life is that your perceptions — right or wrong – influence everything else you do. When you get a proper perspective of your perceptions, you may be surprised how many other things fall into place.”~ Roger Birkman
People often ask me about the need for additional certifications to land the job they want. The bottom line? Sometimes it is necessary to have a certificate or special training for a job.
Yet, when the question I hear starts with a statement like, “I think I need a certification or training to get a job, what do you think?” my radar goes into overdrive.
In most cases, I am very direct (yes, I’m known for being direct and to-the-point) and say, “It doesn’t matter what I think or what an employer thinks, your perception is your truth. Therefore if you think need it, you must acquire it.”
Of course, that’s not helpful to most people. As a coach it is my job to help the person exploring a certification understand their motivations. I ask questions to help them discover a solid perspective on the additional training and then assess the need and value of that certification in the marketplace.
It is critical to remember the employer’s perception of what you need is one of the keys to getting hired. Forget that and you may stay in your current position indefinitely or quickly become unemployed.
If you’re contemplating a certificate or additional training, ask yourself the following questions:
- Why do I want a certification?
- How will this certification increase my capacity to do the job?
- How does this certification help me use my best-loved skills in my ideal job?
- What is the cost of the certification over 5 years?
- What is my return on investment over 5 years?
- Do I think a certificate is an easy solution?
Then pause and ask yourself, “Am I using a certificate or training as a crutch to avoid addressing a different issue?”
Are you telling yourself you need training just to avoid taking action, making a commitment or shifting a habit/belief that is really slowing your search?
Are you using a obtaining a certificate or additional training as a reason not to face your fears? Explore carefully or you may just be ‘kicking the can down the road,’ leaving the real issue to be dealt with at a later time.
If you want to discuss the above questions with someone, contact me. We can dig into the answers and move forward together.
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The issue of certification may be outside the job seeker as a requirement to possess the knowledge, skills, or expertise required for the job tasks, or it could be inside the job seeker as a limiting belief, and as Cindy says, be a means to distract oneself from moving forward.
What is blocking you from going after the job that makes you excited to get up in the morning?
Have you ever had that feeling about a job? I have and it’s incredible!
Do you know what makes you feel the best, most alive, and have a purpose?
Coaching can be the solution to discover these facets of yourself. The Emotional Freedom Technique can be used to gently uncover limiting beliefs and blocked energy stopping you from having a satisfying job and a fulfilling life.
If you know you need a certification for the technical skills to move forward – then a business coach, Career Center, Alumni Center, or networking group (NfP!) can allow you to access the appropriate resources to fit your need.
If you’re struggling with how to make your job dream come true – then access an EFT, branding, or business coach as a guide to help you discover your best inner self. Email Denisemsimpsonmed@gmail.com if you have questions about EFT coaching.
Denise, Yes many find EFT helpful and there many great folks doing this work. If any of what to know more about EFT call me I would be happy to put you in touch with several people you can talk to about the process and benefits. No matter what the block is it you have not found a way to sort it out and solve it yourself – find someone who can assist you so you can STOP running in place and have the success you were came to this earth to share and enjoy. Have an amazing day!