Applied to 200+ jobs, still nothing. Do I really need a career coach?

Rise is a joke. Go back to Indeed, Zip or Linkedin. This is the worst job platform I've ever experienced. The wasted my time and energy and money. This is a learning lesson for all of us.

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I totally hear you. Job searching right now can feel like a full-time job with no paycheck and constant rejection emails as your bonus. You're not alone, and asking this question already means you're reflecting and open to doing something different—which is a great sign.

Here’s some real talk on career coaches and whether they’re worth it (from someone who’s worked in this space): A career coach isn’t magic, but if you’re stuck, unclear on your brand, or burned out, they can absolutely help you regain traction and confidence. Think of them less as someone who gets you the job and more like someone who helps you become someone who gets the job.

Feel free to drop your resume or a sample job you're applying to—happy to give quick feedback if you’re looking for crowdsourced help.

You got this. Burnout is real, but your next role is, too. 🫶

Honestly, I don’t get the hype. Everything a career coach does, you can find online for free. There are Reddit threads, YouTube videos, resume templates, and even free mentors if you’re bold enough to ask someone on LinkedIn. |

I’m not saying career coaches are bad—they help some people! But personally? I’d rather spend that money on coffee and Wi-Fi while I figure it out myself.

I used to think career coaches were a scam. But after months of sending out resumes and hearing nothing, I gave in.

My coach actually broke down what I was doing wrong—turns out, I wasn’t tailoring my applications enough.

Now I’ve got a job I love, but let’s be real—it still stings to think I had to pay someone to tell me to stop being lazy with my applications.

Do you NEED a coach? No. Do you WANT one? That’s a different question. If you can hustle, network, and tweak your resume, you’ll be fine. If you’re looking for someone to hold your hand, then sure, go ahead.

Look, not everyone needs a career coach, but some people really benefit from it. If you’re someone who’s stuck, struggling to figure out what you want, or trying to switch industries, a good coach can help you focus and build confidence. That said, they’re not magicians. You still have to put in the work, follow up on their advice, and apply for jobs. It’s like a gym trainer—they give you the tools, but you’ve got to lift the weights

Honey, you don’t need a career coach unless you’re completely lost. If you’ve got common sense, a decent work ethic, and can Google 'how to write a cover letter,' you’ll be just fine!