Career Development.

Dual-career couple A couple whose members both have occupational responsibilities and career issues at stake Executive coaching This type of coaching supports managers in mastering the fundamental principles and practices for achieving extraordinary results and empowering their staff's success. Stages of Career Development Process by which individuals progress through a series of stages in their careers, each of which is characterized by relative unique issues, themes and tasks Preparation Stage In this stage of career development, individuals assess alternative occupations, develop initial occupational choice and pursue necessary education. Entry or exploration Stage In this stage of career development, individuals obtain job offers from desired organizations and select the most appropriate offer. Early Career Establishment and Achievement Stage In this stage of career development, individuals learn the job as well as organizational rules and norms while increasing competence in their chosen occupation Mid-career or maintenance Stage In this stage of career development, individuals reassess career plans, remain productive in work and move laterally or vertically within their organization or another organization