In career coaching, I’ve found motivational interviewing (MI) highly effective when a client is torn between two career paths. I start by asking open-ended questions like, “What excites you about each option?” to help them explore their values and interests. Reflective listening is crucial—I paraphrase their responses to show understanding and guide them in organizing their thoughts. Summarizing and reframing their points helps them see each path's pros and cons more clearly, often leading to insights they hadn’t considered. By fostering a supportive environment, MI empowers clients to make confident, well-informed decisions. How have you supported clients in similar situations?

I appreciate Dr. Prasanta’s insightful approach. In a similar situation, my client is torn between two career paths: one offering a higher salary but with greater demands, and another with lower pay but aligning more closely with their core values and interests. Using motivational interviewing techniques, I asked, 'What would your life look like a year from now if you chose the high-paying job? And how about the lower-paying job that excites you and resonates with your values?' This question encouraged evocative reflection, allowing the client to consider how each option aligned with their intrinsic motivations and long-term goals. That said, I wonder—did I guide the client too directly toward exploring their values?