Do I really need Firework?

What makes Firework different?

An exclusive and proven methodology - The Firework Training uniquely combines reflective learning, design thinking, experiential learning, entrepreneurship principles, and mindset-focused activities to address the three key challenges of career change in a non-conventional and effective way:

1. Fear – Firework helps to address mindset barriers alongside practical career change steps to leave your clients not only able to move forward confidently in their next career change, but also in future shifts.
2. Lack of ideas – Firework provides creative tools and activities that allow clients to discover and validate exciting career ideas beyond what they can initially see as possible for them.
3. Overwhelm – The framework breaks the career change process into manageable steps that can fit around a full-time job and other commitments in their life.

Real-world tested and continuously updated - Over the last 20+ years the Firework toolkit has been tested and continuously updated based on real coaching experiences with thousands of career changers.

A structured yet flexible framework - Unlike scattered resources, Firework provides a carefully sequenced roadmap you can follow for a full career change. If you choose to use the framework in this way, each tool builds on the last one, allowing you to take your clients through the whole career change journey in an optimal way. It can also be used as a flexible toolkit that can be adapted for clients at any stage of their career-change journey. Firework enhances your effectiveness without boxing you into rigid methods.

Designed specifically for coaches - Every Firework tool includes clear and detailed instructions for both you and your client.Your training will guide you on how to adapt them for different types of clients, making integration into your coaching practice quick and seamless.You don’t need prior expert knowledge in job markets or entrepreneurship – just your coaching skills.

Marketing support for career coaches - Having a strong coaching methodology is not enough to be a successful career coach. You also need to have an effective and sustainable way to source clients. This is why the Firework training uniquely includes two marketing modules. What’s provided in these isn’t generic marketing advice; it’s guidance, strategies and tools that are tailored to you as a career coach and inspired by successful Firework-licensed coaches who’ve built thriving practices.

An accelerated, collaborative learning environment - Unlike using a book on career change or working in isolation, the Firework Training connects you to other coaches and because it’s highly experiential you'll learn faster, build confidence quickly, and be able to practise using the tools immediately. .

Now that you’ve seen what makes Firework unique, let’s explore some common questions coaches have:

1. “Can’t I just use free tools or those from books about career change?”

Books and free tools can provide you with plenty of helpful tools like values exploration or life purpose exercises – many of which you probably have already in your toolkit. But they lack the critical element of interactive learning where you can challenge your assumptions and gain fresh perspectives from others who are navigating the same challenges. Having real-time guidance from experienced trainers allows you to quickly refine your skills, deepen your understanding, and confidently implement what you learn.

Firework also introduces unique tools designed specifically to bridge the gap between knowing what your clients want from their work and helping them generate fresh career possibilities they can test out in a low risk way.

2. “I already have tools I use – are they enough?”

If your current tools consistently deliver excellent results, that's fantastic. However, even very experienced coaches sometimes notice gaps, for example feeling like they lack structure, adaptability, or methods for consistently sparking fresh career possibilities.

Firework doesn’t have to replace your existing tools; it can fill the gaps and deepen your impact by adding proven, structured, and customisable resources to your toolkit.

You’ll also benefit from six months of support to integrate these tools into your practice and find clients.

Firework has been designed to integrate seamlessly with your coaching style and help your clients move decisively from uncertainty to clarity through:

1. Progressive exercises – each step naturally builds on the last.
2. Design-thinking techniques – actions that enable clients to gain insights and feedback on possible career options.
3. Customisable tools – resources that are adaptable to your unique coaching style and client needs.

3. “I’m just starting out as a career coach – is Firework right for me?”

If you’re new to career coaching, Firework saves you from reinventing the wheel. You’ll get a proven framework, clear guidance, and tools to coach clients through career change confidently, right from day one – even if your coaching practice is in its infancy.

Becoming a licensed Firework Career Coach also adds credibility to your practice, giving you professional recognition and a badge you can use on your marketing materials.

The Firework Training assumes you already have foundational coaching skills – typically through recognised certification and at least 50 hours of coaching practice.

It’s a perfect opportunity to deepen your skills, gain confidence quickly, and start making a meaningful impact with a proven methodology.

4. "Why not create my own career change framework?"

You could. Some coaches enjoy building their own systems. But you should consider the time you'd spend developing, testing, and refining your methods. Firework gives you immediate access to a robust, ready-made approach that's already been refined for over 20 years. Just as you encourage your clients to benefit from coaching rather than go it alone, Firework gives you proven resources so you can succeed faster. You could piece together your own system, but why slow yourself down when there’s a tried-and-tested framework ready to support you?

Every Firework-licensed coach gets access to future updates, so you never have to create your own tools from scratch. Plus, Firework has been successfully used with clients at all stages – from graduates to mid-career professionals, those returning to work, and aspiring entrepreneurs so you’ll never be short of tools no matter who comes knocking on your door.

Starting in Autumn 2025, you'll also have the option of additional ongoing mentorship and supervision through our Membership Community, giving you continuous professional support as you grow.

5. "Will I have to change my coaching style?" 

No. Firework doesn’t dictate how you coach – it enhances it. You take what works for you, adapt what you need, and make it your own. No rigid formulas, no cookie-cutter sessions – just a proven framework that strengthens your ability to support career changers.

6. "Is it worth the investment?"

Firework is designed to be an investment in your coaching success.

The median package rate charged by Firework Coaches is £1,500 / US$1,950 according to our 2025 International Career Coaching Report. Most coaches see a return on investment within their first 2-3 clients.

Instead of spending months piecing together resources and refining your approach, you get a ready-to-use framework that can accelerate the impact of your coaching and the growth of your business.

Summary

The Firework Training has been designed to enable you to be confident, credible, and effective in your coaching approach.

It provides a structured, evidence-based process to help you work effectively with clients on career change without having to create everything from scratch. Instead of searching for the right resources or developing your own, you get a proven framework that helps you coach clients through career change with more confidence and impact.

If you’re serious about helping clients navigate career transitions, Firework can make the difference.