Career and Life Coaching for Sofia Jodhan

Click on the following link for your: Vocational Style and Career Assessment for Senior Students (VoSCA-SU) Click on the following link for your: Values Profile Assessment, 4th Revision (VaPro - R4) Click on the following link for your: Multidimensional Emotional Intelligence Quotient - 9th Revision (MEIQ - R9) Click on the following link for the: O*Net Online Career Research Tool Career Coaching Session #1: Tuesday 13 July 2021 You just finished Grade 10 at Maple Leaf School. You took the following subjects: English, Maths, Science, Civic and Career Studies, World Religions, History, Spanish, Food and Culture. Careers that you have considered are:

Psychiatrists (medical school does not appeal to you)
Psychologists (long course of study)
Teachers (low salary)

You have a lot of empathy for people who are not privileged in society. I discussed the results of the VoSCA-SU assessment with you, specifically your scores in the various categories of Interests, Intelligence Types, Values, and Work Styles. Your scores can be reviewed in the report itself. Here are the careers that the VoSCA-SU assessment recommended for you and how you rated them in terms of your passion level (1 is no passion and 10 is the highest passion): #1 Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers (3/10) #2 Interpreters and Translators (5.5/10) #3 Editors (2/10) #4 Proofreaders and Copy Markers (2/10) #5 Tour Guides and Escorts (1/10) #6 Public Relations Specialists (4/10) #7 Eligibility Interviewers, Government Programs (2/10) #8 Teacher Assistants (7/10) #9 Producers (3/10) #10 Library Technicians (1/10) #11 Loan Interviewers and Clerks (1/10) #12 Claims Examiners, Property, and Casualty Insurance (1/10) #13 Social Science Research Assistants (4/10) #14 Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners (3/10) #15 Insurance Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators (1/10) #16 Tax Preparers (1/10) #17 Physical Therapist Assistants (1/10) #18 Occupational Therapy Assistants (5/10) #19 Occupational Therapy Aides (5/10) #20 Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers (5.5/10) #21 Psychiatrists (8/10) #22 Psychologists (9/10) #23 Teachers (10/10) #24 School Psychologists (7/10) Acknowledgments from Session #1: I acknowledge you for completing the VoSCA-SU assessment. I also acknowledge you for participating in these Career Coaching sessions to get a better understanding of what career path you would like to pursue from here on. Takeaways from Session #1: You should now be clearer about the process of career discovery. Action Plan from Session #1: You agreed to review the VoSCA-SU report in more detail. You agreed to complete the Values Profile assessment (VaPro). You also agreed to research on the Internet using the O*Net Online Career Research Tool (www.onetonline.org) the recommended careers which you scored 5 or more out of 10, and document your research in this password-protected blog under the section at the end called "Leave a Reply". The careers on your shortlist are: #1 Teachers (10/10) #2 Psychologists (9/10) #3 Psychiatrists (8/10) #4 School Psychologists (7/10) #5 Teacher Assistants (7/10) #6 Interpreters and Translators (5.5/10) #7 Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers (5.5/10) #8 Occupational Therapy Assistants (5/10) #9 Occupational Therapy Aides (5/10) You also agreed to see if any of the careers in the Related section under each of your recommended careers in the report catch your interest and to put those in the blog as well. In particular, you should at least copy and paste the following sections from the O*Net site into the blog: Tasks, Knowledge, Related Careers, and Wages & Employment Trends. The next session is scheduled for Tuesday 20 July 2021 at 11:00 AM.

Career Coaching Session #2: Thursday 22 July 2021 You were able to adjust your career shortlist as follows: #1 Teachers (10/10) #2 Psychologists (9/10) #3 School Psychologists (7/10) #4 Teacher Assistants (7/10) #5 Psychiatrists (6.5/10) #6 Interpreters and Translators (5.5/10) #7 Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers (5.5/10) #8 Occupational Therapy Assistants (5/10) #9 Occupational Therapy Aides (5/10) Next, I discussed the results of the VaPro-R4 assessment with you. The results below are a summary of your top values - those that are most important to you and on which she bases your life decisions and goals. Your Core Value is your top value overall. Your Work Value is your top value in your professional life and takes into account aspects like career path, work tasks, and job environment. Your Personal Value is your top value in her personal life and reflects issues related to relationships, hobbies, and worldview. Top Core Value: Social Values Those who place importance on social values enjoy being helpful, kind, and agreeable. They think it's important to try to find the good in everyone, and have faith that if they dig deep enough, they'll find it. They give of themselves, whether on a small scale (e.g. by spending time with a friend in need) or on a global scale (e.g. by volunteering for a human rights organization). In helping others overcome obstacles, people with social values hope to assist them in becoming the best they can be. They are giving and compassionate individuals. Social people likely become passionately angry at signs of social injustice. They enjoy and benefit from being with others, both in their work and personal sphere, and as a result, seek out jobs and activities where this is possible. In times of crisis and change, people with social values are both a source of comfort for their family and friends, and able to be comforted by them as well. Top Personal Value: Theoretical Values For people whose top personal value is theoretical, their interests, hobbies, home life, and general attitude revolve around feeding their intellect and knowledge base. These are people who can be highly curious and are constantly on the path of seeking truth. Others may view them as bookish, highly rational, and analytical. Theoretical people hate settling for ambiguous explanations about anything. As children, and probably even as adults, they'll always want to know why. As friends and confidantes, theoretical people will offer straightforward, unbiased, and logical advice. This is due to their ability to look at the world objectively, without letting emotions cloud their judgment. This can also mean, however, that they can come off as indifferent and even insensitive on occasion, at least to those who are more emotion-based. Top Work Value: Social Values People for whom social values are important in work settings are happiest and utilize their talents best when their job does some good for mankind, they have contact with people, and/or they do not feel that they are taking advantage of others. People with social values either work or see themselves working in a "helping" profession (e.g. medicine, nursing, teaching, or counseling). Even if they don't, they probably bring a sense of humanity to their position that makes them considerate to fellow employees, employers, and clients. They are often very personable colleagues - people may come to them for help and advice, and they are often well-liked. If social people work in a position where they do not have contact with others, either coworkers or the public, they may feel lonely and frustrated, especially if their job doesn't satisfy any other values they may hold. The following is a summarized version of Sofia's results, categorized according to her Dominant Values (those that are most important to her), Influencing Values (those of moderate importance to her), and Minor Values (those of least importance to her). Dominant Values

None

Influencing Values

Social Values
Aesthetic Values
Theoretical Values
Traditional Values

Minor Values

Realistic Values
Political Values

The suggested occupations for those with social values are: Caregiver/Nurse (6/10) Physical Therapist (3/10) Animal Trainer (3/10) Teacher (10/10) Counselor/Psychologist (9/10) Social Worker (5/10) Personnel Trainer (1/10) Civil Rights Lawyer (3/10) Receptionist (/10) Customer Service Representative (1/10) Retail Salesperson (1/10) Acknowledgments from Session #2: I acknowledge you for completing the VaPro-R4 assessment. I also acknowledge you for participating in these Career Coaching sessions to get a better understanding of what career path you would like to pursue from here on. Takeaways from Session #2: You are getting clearer about the process of career discovery. Action Plan from Session #2: You agreed to review the Values Profile assessment report in more detail. You agreed to complete the Multidimensional Emotional IQ assessment. You also agreed to research on the Internet using the O*Net Online Career Research Tool (www.onetonline.org) the recommended careers which you scored 5.5 or more out of 10, and document your research in this password-protected blog under the section at the end called "Leave a Reply". The careers on your shortlist are: #1 Teachers (10/10) #2 Psychologists (9/10) #3 School Psychologists (7/10) #4 Teacher Assistants (7/10) #5 Psychiatrists (6.5/10) #6 Caregiver/Nurse (6/10) #7 Interpreters and Translators (5.5/10) #8 Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers (5.5/10) #9 Occupational Therapy Assistants (5/10) #10 Occupational Therapy Aides (5/10) The next session is scheduled for Thursday 29 July 2021 at 11:00 AM.

Career Coaching Session #3: Thursday 29 July 2021 I discussed the results of the MEIQ-R9 assessment with you. Your score on this assessment (84/155, 14th percentile) is satisfactory, but there is a great deal of room for improvement. Overall, you have some capacity to understand and deal with emotions, but you need to further develop your skills. Awareness is key to helping you find the motivation to improve in this area - review the results below to better understand which areas you need to work on developing. The following is a summarized version of Sofia's emotional intelligence results, categorized according to areas where she excels, areas where there is room to grow even more, and areas that she will need to work on improving. EIQ competencies that you have mastered

She is able to accurately identify the emotions she is feeling
She can easily adapt her social skills to different situations and people
Her strong social insight helps her understand human behavior
She is able to resolve conflict productively and effectively
She regularly uses her empathy to better understand others
She is skilled at reading body language
She has a flexible mindset
She lives her life according to her values
She has a good understanding of the complexity and depth of her emotions
She doesn't sweat the small stuff, preferring to let minor annoyances go
She picks her battles wisely, and will not engage in conflict over trivial issues

EIQ competencies that can be cultivated further

She can handle some emotionally intense situations or people but is not entirely at ease
She is generally open to learning and self-improvement

EIQ competencies that require development & improvement

She is rather uncomfortable expressing her emotions
She tends to have difficulty regulating her emotions
She generally doesn't set smart goals for herself
She tends to struggle to motivate herself to overcome difficulties and challenges
She does not cope with stress in a very healthy or effective manner
She is not always able to stay mentally tough in trying times and struggles to bounce back from hardship
She is not very adaptable
She has a fairly negative and perhaps even cynical outlook
She does not have a strong sense of self-worth and self-respect
She tends to doubt herself quite often and is not very self-confident
She is generally unable to assert herself effectively
She does not believe in herself all that much, or in her ability to succeed
She rarely reflects on her emotions and the information that they can offer
She needs to develop her self-awareness and gain a deeper understanding of who she is
She tends to ruminate excessively
She often requires and/or seeks out other people's approval

Acknowledgments from Session #3: I acknowledge you for completing the MEIQ-R9 assessment. I also acknowledge you for participating in these Career Coaching sessions to get a better understanding of what career path you would like to pursue from here on. Takeaways from Session #3: You are getting clearer about which career path you might want to pursue. You also have a better idea about your EIQ strengths and limitations. Action Plan from Session #3: You agreed to review the MEIQ - R9 assessment report in more detail. You agreed to choose five EIQ limitations to work on in the coming year. Here is a list of your limitations to choose from:

She is rather uncomfortable expressing her emotions
She tends to have difficulty regulating her emotions
She generally doesn't set smart goals for herself
She tends to struggle to motivate herself to overcome difficulties and challenges
She does not cope with stress in a very healthy or effective manner
She is not always able to stay mentally tough in trying times and struggles to bounce back from hardship
She is not very adaptable
She has a fairly negative and perhaps even cynical outlook
She does not have a strong sense of self-worth and self-respect
She tends to doubt herself quite often and is not very self-confident
She is generally unable to assert herself effectively
She does not believe in herself all that much, or in her ability to succeed
She rarely reflects on her emotions and the information that they can offer
She needs to develop her self-awareness and gain a deeper understanding of who she is
She tends to ruminate excessively
She often requires and/or seeks out other people's approval

You also agreed to continue researching the careers on your shortlist: #1 Teachers (10/10) #2 Psychologists (9/10) #3 School Psychologists (7/10) #4 Teacher Assistants (7/10) #5 Psychiatrists (6.5/10) #6 Caregiver/Nurse (6/10) #7 Interpreters and Translators (5.5/10) #8 Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers (5.5/10) #9 Occupational Therapy Assistants (5/10) #10 Occupational Therapy Aides (5/10) You agreed to view videos on YouTube entitled "Day in the life of a..." for the careers on your shortlist to get a better idea of what these careers are about. The next session is scheduled for Thursday 12 August 2021 at 11:00 AM.

Career Coaching Session #4: Wednesday 18 August 2021 You chose the following five EIQ limitations to work in the coming year: #1 She is rather uncomfortable expressing her emotions #2 She has a fairly negative and perhaps even cynical outlook #3 She is generally unable to assert herself effectively #4 She needs to develop her self-awareness, and gain a deeper understanding of who she is #5 She often requires and/or seeks out other people's approval You were able to narrow down your list of careers to the following: #1 Teachers (10/10) #2 Psychologists (9/10) -> (7/10) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- #3 School/Child Psychologists (5/10) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- #4 Teacher Assistants (7/10) [side-career] #7 Interpreters and Translators (5.5/10) [side-career] #8 Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers (5.5/10) [side-career] #9 Occupational Therapy Assistants (5/10) [side-career] #10 Occupational Therapy Aides (5/10) [side-career] Acknowledgments from Session #4: I acknowledge you for participating in these Career Coaching sessions to get a better understanding of what career path you would like to pursue from here on. Takeaways from Session #4: You have a much better focus in terms of your career path and the EIQ limitations you need to work on. Action Plan from Session #4: You agreed to work on your five chosen EIQ limitations in the coming year (one every two months) using the advice tips under each limitation: #1 She is rather uncomfortable expressing her emotions

The good and the bad. Both good and bad feelings facilitate the thinking process by allowing us to view things from different perspectives. Did you ever notice how, when thinking pessimistically about a problem, you come up with solutions that are in line with that thinking, and when you think positively, the perspective and solutions change? Our feelings, good and bad, offer us different perspectives on the world. While one perspective may be more beneficial than the other, both angles offer us valuable information about the world around us, and about ourselves.
Take small steps if you're not used to expressing emotions. Start with those that are the least intimidating, like gratitude, awe, or boredom. For example, try offering someone you are comfortable with a genuine compliment, and then take it one step further to an expression of appreciation. When you need to communicate a negative feeling, start by writing down how you feel before saying it. Like learning any new skill, emotional expression will get easier with time and practice.
Know the consequences of suppression. Like a soda can that has been shaken one too many times, a buildup of negative emotions can either result in one messy explosion or a whole lot of fussing and fuming on the inside. This isn't a matter of choosing the lesser of two evils - both are unhealthy for you. Bottled-up emotions can result in physical ailments, not to mention the damage it causes to your peace of mind and your relationships. A build-up of frustration will seep out whether you like it or not, often through passive aggression, snappiness, lack of tolerance, or bitter remarks. Find a healthy emotional outlet that works for you - writing your feelings out, talking to someone, etc.

#2 She has a fairly negative and perhaps even cynical outlook

Keep your mind focused on possibilities. Think of the best-case scenario or outcome possible and keep your mind focused on that as a goal. When it comes to problems, focus on those aspects of a problem or situation that you can change for the better. Avoid dwelling on matters over which you have no control and cannot change.
Let go of the small stuff. Frequently, when faced with problems or conflicts, we become side-tracked or preoccupied with minor details or issues that are not relevant to resolving the situation at hand. Personality clashes, personal grudges, and ego needs are just a few examples of things that may distract us from seeing the "big picture." By being emotionally selective, we can focus on what is truly important and let go of those things that cause us unnecessary stress and conflict.
Don't fall victim to "The Fundamental Attribution Error". We as humans are forever trying to figure out the causes of other's actions. All too often, we attribute misfortunate behaviour on the part of others to dispositional rather than situational factors. For instance, writing others off as jerks for snapping at you rather than looking for external causes such as being sick or having been fired that day. As a result, we are less forgiving than many situations call for. Try to understand that others are under just as much pressure and stress as you are and as a result, their behaviour may not always represent who they are as people.
Shun perfectionism. There is a high correlation between perfectionism and low self-esteem. The more you strive to be perfect, the more frustrated you become when you realize it's impossible. Be aware of any perfectionistic tendencies you have and keep them in check. Remember, mistakes and failures are stepping stones, not stop signs. They offer experience and learning opportunities.

#3 She is generally unable to assert herself effectively

Assert yourself when necessary. Being assertive requires a certain degree of comfort with vulnerability, and that's probably one of the main reasons why people hesitate to speak up for themselves. Assertiveness means risking dissension, rejection, and embarrassment. It can spark conflict if the message doesn't go over well. If you find it difficult to speak up or say "no" to others, remember this: Not speaking up communicates to others the erroneous belief that your needs don't matter; that you are not worthy enough to ask for what you want. Assertiveness training can be extremely beneficial, along with the realization that being assertive does not imply or require aggression.

#4 She needs to develop her self-awareness, and gain a deeper understanding of who she is

What really matters to you? We often adopt values, beliefs, or opinions without really considering whether they reflect who we truly are or what we truly want. Stop going through life on "autopilot." Challenge conventional opinions and rules. Most importantly, take some time to actually sit down, determine and analyze your values and beliefs. Throughout the day, periodically ask yourself, "What do I really want?" "Why does this matter to me?" "What do I really think/feel about this?" Pull your attention away from the outside world and start focusing on your inner world - develop your self-awareness!
Know your strengths and weaknesses. Make an actual list of what you consider to be your strengths and limitations. Then come with ideas on how you can improve on your weaknesses: Can you take classes? Ask a colleague to train you? Find reading material to help you? Awareness of your strengths and limitations will help you pinpoint problem areas you need to work on and reinforce your strengths at the same time. Sometimes the vague thoughts we carry about ourselves can become crystallized when we actually see them in print.

#5 She often requires and/or seeks out other people's approval

Know Who You Are: You can only be who you want to be when you know who you are. Find out who you are at your core.
Take Back Your Power: One of the major factors of being independent is to be free from the control of others. Learn to rely less on others to do things for you, to take care of you, and to make decisions for you.
Practice Thinking Independently: Thinking independently means exploring your choices, weighing the options for yourself, seeking opinions from others (for reference, not approval), and making the call for yourself. Perhaps it might end up being a wrong call, but that does not mean that you should stop and give your power back to others.
Ask: Being self-reliant also means that you know when to seek assistance. When you are lost or confused and you want to give up your power and allow others to decide for you, remember that you have the option to ask for help when you need it.
Explore: The more you explore, the more avenues you will find available to you.

You also agreed to continue researching the careers on your shortlist, and to determine the best Grade 11 subjects to enroll in for your top two careers: #1 Teachers (10/10) #2 Psychologists (9/10) -> (7/10) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- #3 School/Child Psychologists (5/10) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- #4 Teacher Assistants (7/10) [side-career] #7 Interpreters and Translators (5.5/10) [side-career] #8 Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers (5.5/10) [side-career] #9 Occupational Therapy Assistants (5/10) [side-career] #10 Occupational Therapy Aides (5/10) [side-career] If you want to explore Cognitive Behaviour Therapy to help in improving your EIQ limitations, here is a good resource: silverliningcounsellingtt.com/ The contact information for Psychiatrist Dr. Dominic Nwokolo is: Email: donwoks@yahoo.com Office: 730-0219 18 Elizabeth Street St. Clair Port-of-Spain Trinidad

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