Case Studies

Computer Sector

Computer Engineer, spent a number of months evaluating options, and spending a long holiday with family. Feeling refreshed, began a targeted job search and accepted a position after eight weeks of job searching.
Intermediate Test Engineer. Working within two months, now making 10% more money.
Hardware Engineer. Working within two months of layoff.

A recent immigrant with only one job in Canada. Client concerned about having a hard time finding work because of lack of cultural knowledge and language skills. After providing ongoing coaching, client found a higher position in the same industry, working for a company closer to home, with a 25% increase in pay.
After 10 years in consumer goods , applied to a number of similar companies and was working within a few months.
A 34 yr old individual, decided to start own video store business.

11 years in warehouse management working with a local manufacturer. Wanted a similar position close to home. Found one within 15 minutes of home.

52 years old, with 17 years in the banking industry, working most recently as a financial advisor. No longer wanted to be in a high pressure sales environment. Wanted to keep high wage - applied selectively to companies in hometown – three months later secured high paying administrative position close to home. Six months later, loving it.
Over 25 years working in the banking industry. Felt environment no longer fit personal values. Asked for a package and received one. Took one year off to re-evaluate life , renovate home and spend more time with family. Began working in family’s retail business – loving it.
A financial services officer found new position with another organization, which was more in line with personal beliefs.
28 years working in a bank, after three months evaluating options, decided to retire.
After 5 years in banking, client wanted to change focus. Used banking experience and semi-completed BCIT diploma to leverage into a sales and marketing position.
Customer service representative who was working at a competitor as a CSR within eight weeks
25 years in banking, most recently as Bank Manager. Client felt it no longer a good –fit as they no longer wanted to work the long hours required. After career exploration, decided to focus on the work client loved - the training/coaching . Began a number of HR courses to assist in entering HR field. Still in training.

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