Interview Coaching: A Cutting Edge Home Business Opportunity

Who would believe that someone with a home-based business can reach out to a far away country and work with a client via a Blackberry and a cell phone? That is exactly what I did last month with a man in Israel who was going to interview there. And, he not only got the job, but he was able to negotiate a higher salary after our work together.

The business of coaching in general is quietly taking over the $427 Billion home-business sector by storm. If you are interested in getting in on this wave you will first need to find a niche. A niche that will satisfy your needs - where you can make a difference and some good money at the same time.

My niche is Interview Coaching, which is my way to connect with people all over the world and help them take hold of their dreams. Can you think of a better way to make a living? While it's true that just about anyone can hang out a shingle and declare themselves an Interview Coach not everyone has what it takes to do a good job for their clients or themselves.

Try this little quiz to see if this might be a niche for you.

__ I am an excellent listener

You should be able to really "hear" people when they talk. You can pick up on hidden things they're saying if you read between the lines.

__ I am an expert at "reading" people -

While some people say they're "people persons" they don't know how to look beyond what is on the surface. If you do, it's a gift that will make you very successful in this business.

__ I have great communication skills

Good communication skills begin with listening and then letting the person know that they have been heard. It is also adjusting your communication level to match the person you are talking to - whether it is with an executive or a laboratory assistant.

__ I am patient and will take time to explain what needs to change

Some people do not have the patience to listen to a long story or to have to explain something over in several different ways to get the point across.

__ I am capable of giving honest, hard-hitting feedback

How do you tell someone that what they're doing isn't working? Sometimes you have to give straight-forward facts that are difficult to say. Not being able to give honest advice will take away from the value of your coaching.

__ I would make a great teacher/coach

If you are starting out, you have to determine if you want to spend time with people teaching them new skills and techniques that will make a difference in their lives.

__ I have patience and good customer service skills

Sometimes people change their minds about being coached, or they cancel appointments, or sometimes they simply don't show up for them. They way you handle these things will be your choice based on your personal values.

__ I'm a great problem solver

This can be the most exciting part of interview coaching. Asking the right questions and reading between the lines will give you clues to help your client succeed.

__ I need to make a difference

Then you've come to the right place. Interview Coaching can help people change their lives. It makes them more competitive in the job market and shows them that they have power in the interview process.

__ I'm good at giving motivational reinforcement

After you've given them the straight-forward feedback you will have to work to build their esteem back to a place where they will appreciate they have something to offer.

How many skills did you check off? If it was six or more then Interview Coaching may be something for you to explore.

Being an interview coach offers new challenges and the chance to play many roles during a single day. The roles may vary with each client. The clients are all different -people in transition, or up for an internal promotion, or changing fields, or young people entering the work force. And, don't forget the "walking wounded" - who have been laid off, or fired.. These people need help - they need encouragement - they need caring for.

What's the point of life if it isn't making a difference? You can make a difference in your own life as well as people's lives extending all over the world with Interview Coaching.

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Carole Martin, America's #1 Interview Coach and contributor for Monster.com, is a celebrated author, trainer, and mentor. With eighteen years of experience, Carole gives interviewing tips like no one else!. Get a copy of her FREE 9-part "Interview Success Tips" by visiting Carole on the web at The Interview Coach

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