Types of Career Coaches (and Which One You Need)

Common specialties

• Job search coaches: focus on strategy, applications, and interview prep
• Executive coaches: focus on leadership development for people already in senior roles
• Career changers coaches: specialize in transitions between industries or functions
• Resume writers: focus narrowly on the document itself, not broader strategy

Ask what a coach actually specializes in before booking

Many coaches market themselves broadly. A short intro call is worth having before committing, specifically to ask what percentage of their clients look like you — your industry, level, and specific challenge.