Skills assessment: a springboard to a fulfilling career

According to a report by the Institute for the Future (IFTF), published in collaboration with Dell Technologies, up to 85% of the jobs of 2030 could be jobs that don't yet exist today. In a world where careers evolve at a frenetic pace, it's essential to be able to sit back, anticipate and adapt. A skills assessment is much more than a simple tool: it's a process that allows you to take the time to reflect and question yourself, and a compass that can help you steer your professional future and breathe new life into your career.

But what exactly does it involve? How does it differ from coaching? Why can it transform your career path? And above all, how can you guarantee its success? Here are some answers to these questions.

What is a skills assessment and how is it different from coaching?

The skills assessment is a methodical approach, offering a structured framework to help you build your professional future with confidence and serenity.

Its aim is to help you define your projects and career paths.

There are many different approaches to skills assessment. At If, Conseil & coaching, we offer planned individual coaching over a period of 2 to 6 months, comprising around 20 hours of support divided into three key phases:

Preparatory phase This initial stage serves to refine your expectations and objectives, and to familiarize you with the methodology and stages of the skills assessment. (Duration: approx. 1 hour)
Investigation phase Through in-depth interviews, questionnaires and diagnostic tools, you analyze your professional and personal career path. You identify your skills, aptitudes, motivations, values and personality traits, as well as your resources and interpersonal skills. This phase gives you a clear vision of your strengths and areas for development. (Duration: 10 to 12 hours)
Conclusion phase Based on the information gathered, you draw up one or more realistic career plans in line with your aspirations. A precise action plan is drawn up to implement the chosen project(s). (Duration: 6 to 8 hours)

The skills assessment is a structured program.

The coaching is also personalized, flexible support.

In the case of a request for support in a career transition, the coaching will focus on the themes the coachee wishes to address: skills to be developed, clarification of resources, etc. In general, coaching programs are shorter in duration and number of sessions than skills assessments.

Why a skills assessment makes all the difference

A skills assessment can profoundly transform your career by :

Clarifying your aspirations Clarifying your aspirations: It helps you to identify your deepest desires, motivations and values. This awareness is essential to directing your career towards what really fulfills you.
Identifying your skills By taking stock of your professional and personal skills, you become aware of your assets. This boosts your self-confidence and enables you to better position yourself on the job market.
Defining a coherent career plan : The assessment enables you to draw up a realistic, achievable project, in line with your aspirations, who you are, and market opportunities. You gain in vision, alignment and direction.
Preparation for retraining or career development If you are considering a change of profession or an evolution in your sector, a skills assessment provides you with the tools to prepare for this transition with complete peace of mind.
Enhancing your profile with employers : With a clear understanding of your skills and your project, you'll be in a better position to present yourself during recruitment or internal discussions, and thus be able to highlight your assets.

The keys to a successful skills assessment

The success of a skills assessment depends on several key factors:

Your personal commitment Your involvement is essential. The more open, honest and committed you are to the process, the greater the benefits. It's "your" skills assessment.
Choosing quality support Choose an experienced firm or consultant such as If, Conseil & Coaching with offices in Luxembourg, Switzerland and Paris, guarantees personalized support tailored to your needs.
A proven methodology The use of reliable, relevant diagnostic tools and a structured approach delivers concrete, useful results.
Openness to change Being ready to step out of your comfort zone, to envisage new perspectives and to challenge yourself, encourages the emergence of innovative solutions.
Taking action The definition of a precise, achievable action plan is crucial. It's not just a matter of identifying a project, but of putting in place the steps needed to make it a reality.
Post-assessment follow-up and support Continuing to receive advice and support after the assessment helps to maintain motivation and adapt the action plan if necessary.

Key elements for optimum success :

A space of trust A caring atmosphere with the person accompanying you facilitates authentic, in-depth exchanges.
A personalized approach Every path is unique. Support must be tailored to your specific needs and personal objectives.
Appropriate tools The use of psychometric tests, questionnaires and other relevant tools enriches our approach.
A realistic view of the market The integration of information on job market trends, growth sectors and opportunities helps you to orient your project pragmatically.

It's a real investment in yourself, with positive long-term impacts.

In conclusion

A skills assessment is an investment in yourself that can transform your career and professional life. By providing you with an in-depth understanding of your aspirations, skills and values, it enables you to build a professional project aligned with who you really are.

If you feel the need to take stock, give your career a new direction or rediscover meaning in your work, a skills assessment is the right approach for you.

With the support of an experienced professional and a structured approach, you'll have everything you need to make this transition a success.

Don't wait any longer! Contact us at If, Conseil & Coaching to start your journey towards professional fulfillment.

"Management's role is to simplify complexity so that every employee can focus on what really matters." Margherita Della Valle.