The Career Switch Map.

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This form is more thorough than a typical intake and intentionally so.

Here is how it works:

Fill in the form below. The more honestly you answer, the more useful and accurate your map will be. There are no right or wrong answers. Take your time.

I'll review your details and be in touch within 24 hours with your invoice. Once payment is confirmed, your personalised Career Switch Map lands in your inbox within 10 working days.

What is your current situation?

I'm still abroad and planning my move to the Netherlands

I just arrived in the Netherlands

I'm in NL and actively job searching

What languages do you speak and at what level?

What is your Dutch language level?

None / just starting

A1–A2 (beginner)

B1–B2 (intermediate)

Do you have the right to work in the Netherlands?

What is your current work situation?

Employed full-time

Employed part-time

Unemployed / between jobs

What is your highest level of education?

HBO (bachelor's equivalent)

University (bachelor's)

Other / self-taught

What did you study or train in?

Current or most recent job title

Years of professional experience

What industry or sector do you work in?

In your own words, describe what you have done professionally so far. Don't copy your CV , just tell me the story in plain language

What has worked well in your career so far, what have you genuinely enjoyed?

What has not worked, what have you been tolerating, avoiding or dreading?

What are you formally skilled in? (training, education, certifications)

What are you actually good at, things people come to you for, that feel natural, that you'd do even without being asked?

What do people consistently compliment you on, professionally or personally?

What do you do outside of work, hobbies, interests, side projects, things you lose track of time doing?

How do you prefer to work?

Mostly alone, deep focus

Mostly with others, collaborative

It depends on the task

How do you feel after a lot of social interaction at work?

Energised, I need people around me

Drained, I need time alone to recover

It depends on the type of interaction

I genuinely don't know

How much interaction with people is ideal for you in a working day?

Minimal, I prefer to work independently

Some, a few interactions but mostly focused work

A lot, I thrive in constant collaboration

With clients or external people, not so much internally

I enjoy leading or facilitating groups

What kind of work environment feels right for you?

I don't have a preference

Describe your ideal working day, what does it look like, feel like, where are you, what are you doing?

Are there any directions you have already been thinking about or imagining yourself in? Even vague or half-formed ideas are useful

Are there directions you have already ruled out? If yes, why? Sometimes what we rule out tells us more than what we want

What scares you most about making a career switch?

Are there any personal circumstances that affect your options or timeline right now? This could be anything: caregiving responsibilities, a health condition, pregnancy or parental leave, a partner's situation, a visa or permit constraint, financial pressure, a disability, or anything else that shapes what's realistic for you right now. You only need to share what you're comfortable sharing, but the more context I have, the more useful your map will be.

What is your current financial situation in relation to a career switch?

I have savings I can invest in retraining

I have a small buffer but need to be careful

I have no budget for retraining right now

I have a stable income and can invest alongside it

How much time can you realistically dedicate to retraining or building a new path per week?

More than 20 hours

Full-time, this is my priority right now

What is your timeline for this switch?

I need to move quickly (within 3 months)

I'm thinking 3 to 6 months

I'm thinking 6 to 12 months

I'm taking a longer view (1 to 2 years)

I'm still in the exploration phase so no pressure

What is the minimum monthly income you need to cover your living costs in the Netherlands? A rough number is fine, this helps me assess what's realistic during a transition period.

Is there anything else you want me to know before I start?

What is your LinkedIn profile URL?

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