Helping the new workforce adjust to the challenges of early careers

Recent research outlines the myriad of challenges that recent graduates face when first entering the workforce. “Young professionals who graduated in the last six years have come of age in an anxious and uncertain time. From the proliferation of social media, to political and cultural divisiveness, to the epic changes brought on by the global pandemic, these young people have seen the norms of human behavior rewritten in real time.”

Here at The KLCC Group, we’re committed to helping your transition from full-time student to full-time employee. Keep reading below to see the key findings of the report & see how we may be able to help you!

Burnout is a problem among young professionals, and it plays a role in their anticipated job tenure.

• Recent graduates may find it challenging to manage their time effectively and handle their workload efficiently. A coach can help them create a schedule, set deadlines, and develop strategies for time management.

Even when feeling burned out or underappreciated, many young professionals feel they have to stay for stability and societal pressures.

• Graduates may find it challenging to balance their work and personal life. A coach can help them develop strategies to achieve a healthy work-life balance, set boundaries, and prioritize self-care.

Nearly half of young professionals see their work environment as a negative contribute to their overall mental wellbeing.

• Starting a new job can be stressful and uncertain. A coach can provide support and guidance on how to manage stress, cope with uncertainty, and maintain a positive mindset.

Nearly half of young professionals described their financial situation as always or often stressful.

• Graduates may experience financial stress, such as paying off student loans, managing a budget, and making financial decisions. A coach can provide guidance on how to manage finances, develop a budget, and create a plan to pay off debt.

Young professionals perceive a relatively lower level of support offered at their current workplaces.

• Graduates may need to develop new relationships with colleagues, clients, and other professionals in their industry. A coach can help them improve their communication skills, build effective relationships, and expand their network.

In addition to these items outlined in the report, young professionals entering the workforce also may feel challenges around:

• Adapting to a new work environment that is so different than an academic setting
• Having to learn a new set of skills to excel in their roles
• Setting goals and priorities

At The KLCC Group, our team of coaches can provide guidance, assist with prioritizing tasks, aid in creating goals, and work with coaches on developing a plan to achieve them.

Overall, a professional coach can help recent college graduates transition smoothly into the workforce by providing guidance, support, and accountability. A coach can help them develop the necessary skills and knowledge, set goals, manage their time and workload, build relationships and networks, cope with stress and uncertainty, and achieve a healthy work-life balance.

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