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Even the most self-aware person can use some guidance in their job search. A coach or mentor can help you in a number of ways that go beyond connecting you with people. A good coach or mentor will listen to your concerns and provide helpful feedback and advice. They can help you with your career plan and help you assess and develop your strengths and skills. Having someone "on your side" is always great for your morale. Just make sure that you have the kind of attitude that will make them want to continue working with you. If you're constantly negative about yourself and your prospects, they may not see the value in coaching or mentoring you. Although you may be overwhelmed during your job search and find it difficult to think clearly and make decisions, you shouldn't expect them to tell you what to do. They can help you look at things from a different perspective and guide you in decision making, It's your job to make those decisions and take action. Having a coach might be more of a "transactional" arrangement during a job search, and there's nothing wrong with that. Having a mentor, however, is longer-term arrangement that will ideally continue throughout your career.
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It's important to have realistic expectations when working with a coach or mentor. It's not their job to find you a job. That's your job. If you approach the relationship with a good attitude, openness and accountability, you'll get better results. Presumably, they are more experienced than you are, which is why they are acting as a coach/ mentor. Respect that, and take advantage of what they can offer. Listen carefully to what they have to offer, and be open to feedback. Effective coaches and mentors are very intuitive, and if you have a good relationship, this intuition will be even stronger. Be honest with them so they can be honest with you.
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