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Difference between CliftonStrengths and VIA Character Strengths

Psychometric strengths assessments are widely used in career development but it may not be clear which one would be most useful for you if you’re seeking to make changes to your career. This article looks at two tools that measure ‘strengths’: CliftonStrengths® and the VIA Survey of Character Strengths. It explains their origins, similarities and differences, and when and how they might be used in career coaching. 

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“….Who is the best career coach of all?”

The number of people who promote themselves as ‘top career coach’, ‘best career coach’, ‘award-winning coach’ is increasing. But these titles are misleading. Find out what ‘award-winning’ really means and what you need to consider when looking for a career coach.

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Photo of Merry Christmas ornament on tree from Charlotte Whitehead, UK Career Coach at Career Practic

Career Interview with Father Christmas!

I had the honour of talking to Father Christmas earlier in the year about his career. He’s such a lovely chap! He told me all about how he got into his line of work, and we had a fascinating discussion about his strengths.

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