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Featuring Career Assessment Consulting Services utilizing the Crown Financial Ministries Career Direct® Guidance System |
What is the Career Direct® System?Career Direct® is a comprehensive career assessment system that combines Biblical principles with cutting-edge career guidance technology and statistics. With more than 20 years of development, Career Direct® has undergone rigorous testing and validation.
What is the Career Direct® difference?
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Why is a Career Direct® assessment so valuable?
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Testimonials for the Career Direct® Assessment
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"This is one of the rare career planning or testing services that takes into account the believer's responsibility to and reliance upon God. Although you can get other assessment instruments to use on your own fairly inexpensively, Career Direct’s in-depth analysis and Christian perspective is worth the extra cost."
Cathy Duffy, Reviewer, Christian Home Educators' Curriculum Manual: Junior/Senior High "Coming into college as a freshman, I did not have a clue as to what I wanted my major to be. I had many interests but knew I could not pursue all of them at once. Career Direct affirmed my strengths and interests while helping me understand myself better by showing my weaker areas. I could narrow down the broad interests I had into what most inspired me. Career Direct was a very positive, helpful experience."
Amanda L., Junior, Belhaven College, Mississippi |
Summit Ministries "My own high school experience with aptitude tests soured me on their benefit. But as a dad of a teenage son trying to get a sense of direction in life, I was introduced to Career Direct.
After my son completed the questionnaire we received a detailed 24-page report of the results, which our Career Direct qualified consultant went over with us in a two-hour coaching call. When I asked my son, ‘What did you think?’ after the consultation, he replied without hesitation: 'I have never been so happy. I finally understand how God made me and what to do next.' I would have paid almost any amount to see him so energized! The Career Direct fee was so reasonable (if it helps a student avoid even a single “off-track” college class, the tuition savings alone will offset the cost many times over)—and the service so personal—I now recommend Career Direct with confidence." Dr. Jeff Myers, President, Summit Ministries |
Client Testimonials
"Kim Willson is amazing at what she does! She was so invested in helping my son narrow down his career options and figure out what kind of company or work environment would suit him best. She has such a pleasing personality and made the entire session go by quickly even though it was over 2 1/2 hours of focused discussion. My son and I were so excited to see how God has been working out things in his life to lead to this point. I cannot recommend Kim highly enough. If your child is unsure of what they want to do as a career or if they aren't sure what kind of specific work they would like to do within a broader field or degree, then you are at the right place. This experience was worth every penny!" ~ Sharon Funderburk, parent
I’m so thankful that my son took the Career Direct Assessment. Kim was a dream to work with and the consultation appointment was such a great experience. Through this process my son gained confidence I had not seen in a long time. I loved that it is from a Biblical perspective of what God has created him to be by honing in on the gifts and personality traits God has given him. This assessment has given him the confidence and tools to make smart decisions as he moves forward at the secondary education level. It was so interesting and exciting how Kim took his personality traits and walked us through how those can be aligned with his vocational interests. I would highly recommend any High school Junior or Senior taking this assessment with Kim Willson. It will be so worth it! ~ Laura Simmons, parent
The Career Direct Assessment is something I believe every high school student should take. My 2 teenagers learned a lot about themselves and now have a very clear guide to help them pursue the path God has in store for them, and how God has designed them with unique gifts and abilities that they can use in their career. I really love how the consultation has made them have a completely different approach on choosing a career and the importance of it. My husband, kids and I enjoyed meeting with Kim. She did a wonderful job going through their results and really spoke to my kids from her heart. Her passion for helping others and love for God was inspiring. This has been an invaluable experience for my children. Thank you Kim! ~ Jessica Ryder, parent
"Kim Willson's explanation of the assessment was very thorough and enlightening. She analyzed and explained my personality, interests, and values and how they will impact my career options and work environment. So much of what she brought to light rang true for me especially when looking back on my life and my experiences. Her explanation of the assessment tool gave me a clearer understanding of myself and gave me more confidence moving forward with my career and life choices. Her engaging personality and genuine desire to see me grow in understanding of how God has made me uniquely equipped for the purpose He has for my life was the highlight of our time together." ~ Hamilton Funderburk, senior, college student
Mrs. Willson’s Career Direct session with me was incredibly impactful. I kept finding myself saying “wow that’s so true” to everything she was saying. She made me think about things differently in a really amazing and effective way. She showed me my strengths and weaknesses and she also told me about some things that I had never even thought about. Mrs. Willson’s Career Direct session can truly be life changing because of how she prays, teaches, and guides. ~ Austin Manley, High School Sr.
Kim was thorough, responsive and very helpful in reviewing the Career Assessment with my wife and I. She was very patient, friendly, and understanding as we unpacked all the information and she gave great insight in how to use the information. At the end of our review time, I was very satisfied and felt ready to start looking into some of the career options the assessment helped direct me towards based on interests, personality and gifts. Thank you once again Kim! ~ Andrew Tilley
When you approach your senior year, it's essential to have a basis for your future path of college and your career. I've done similar career assessments, and personally, career talk is the least bit intriguing for me. My time with Kim, on the other hand, was such a fantastic experience and enjoyed every second of it. I can't stress how important and fun this was for me discovering my personality and my suitable work environment. She brings such an undeniable excitement to the process, and fluently binding all of our research with prayer. Thank you so much, Mrs. Wilson! ~ Elijah Simmons, high school student
I really enjoyed our consultation because you helped give me options about future career plans! I'm very excited to see what the future holds for me now that you have shed light of plenty of opportunities for me to pursue. Thank you so much for being so warm to me and my mother! I have already started recommending you to friends and family! ~ Drew Lynde, College Student
Thank you so much for our time today! It was really insightful and I loved discussing the future with you! This analysis not only helped me discover new things about myself, but it confirmed some things I was already considering as career options. This assessment and consultation helped me see that God has given me specific talents and interests that I can use to further His kingdom and find true happiness and fulfillment in life and in my career. Career Direct was a very positive, fun, and enlightening experience for both me and my parents. ~ Michelle Bobbitt, high school senior
I highly recommend taking the Career Direct Assessment with Live By Design Consulting! My son was starting the dual enrollment process at our local community college and needed to make some big decisions about his career path. College is expensive and we didn’t want to waste time on courses that would not be beneficial to his future. After taking the test and meeting with Kim Willson, we were able to take his top vocational interests and pair them with the major requirements from the top colleges he is interested in attending. Kim was professional and caring, and she went out of her way to explain the details of the report. What I loved about the assessment was that it matched his personality, vocational interests, and natural abilities with his values and preferred work environment. There are so many resources that came with the report that we haven’t even tapped into yet! I loved the fact that Kim prayed over my son’s test and emphasized that God designed him for a specific purpose. The report was well worth the small investment that we made! ~ Sandra Wester - parent
This assessment process has been truly enlightening. Not only affirming the things known but has opened our eyes to see new avenues to investigate & new ways to see our son’s unique personality. Loved how the assessment as a whole is looking at my son as an individual designed by God showing how wonderfully and uniquely he was made and how there are many careers he could thrive in. It was a very encouraging experience and Kim does such a great job educating and explaining all the different aspects of this assessment. Highly recommend! ~ Keri Hughes, parent
I had my eye on the Career Direct assessment for several years and couldn’t wait for my son to hit the right age to take it. I was not disappointed, as the program helped confirm many things we already suspected, but it also shone light on some new facets that we never expected! It was a great tool to see how the different “parts” of my son can all work together for his good and for the glory of God! We were also greatly blessed to have Kim administer his test. She truly cares about her clients and was wholly invested in the time we spent with her. She was so encouraging and knowledgeable and made us feel extremely valued. Kim honestly has a gift for working with young people. I would recommend her and Career Direct without reservation! ~ Elana Brancato, parent
Giving my 17-year-old daughter the opportunity to take the Career Direct Assessment was a life-changing gift to her. Prior to the assessment, my daughter was discouraged and was floundering with finding a career path to study that fit her personality and her God-given gifts. The assessment itself took only a short while, but the information gained from the results will last her a lifetime. Kim Willson did an excellent job breaking down the results and guiding her through the consultation. She was very thorough throughout the meeting making certain we understood how to use the valuable tool we had just received. Not only did the assessment results help my daughter narrow down some career choices for which she is best suited, it also gave her confidence that God has a plan and a purpose for her and she can be passionate now to pursue career opportunities that match her unique design. I have and will recommend Kim to families whose students want to find a great career fit! ~ Robin Prado, parent
I wanted my son, Austin, who is a senior in high school to take the test and do the assessment with Kim because he was unsure what to major in college. I loved the fact that Kim prayed over the results then asked Austin specific questions to narrow down his interests.
The test results reveal helpful information about Austin’s personality as well as his values and then directs you to specific career fields that would utilize his strengths and preferences. I also appreciate how Kim said that this report will be useful to review every couple of years. These results will act as a guide to aid him in making career decisions that align with his values and personality. ~ KK Spiers, parent
The test results reveal helpful information about Austin’s personality as well as his values and then directs you to specific career fields that would utilize his strengths and preferences. I also appreciate how Kim said that this report will be useful to review every couple of years. These results will act as a guide to aid him in making career decisions that align with his values and personality. ~ KK Spiers, parent
Our son is in his second year of college and has spent a lot of time considering his vocational path. Kim came to our meeting very well prepared to discuss the personal results of his online assessment. It was evident that she had spent time to personally review his information. She carefully explained the strengths and weaknesses that tend to accompany his character traits. A thorough explanation of the various choices within career fields that our son is considering was given along with some tools to use as he finishes his schooling and begins to look at particular jobs. Kim took the time to emphasize the Biblical principles of serving God in whatever we do and appreciating that we are designed by Him for a purpose. It was very confirming to have her assess his personality and values in a way that validated his self-reflection. We highly recommend her consultation to those who are taking the online Career Direct Assessment. ~ Patti Williams, parent
I knew writing always exhilarated me going into my meeting with Mrs. Willson, but I was not sure how to use that to narrow down my ideas for a career. Partially, a fear of missing out gripped me. There were many things I wanted to do, but I was not sure which fit best and could fulfill my longing for a purpose and course of action. So, when I finally sat down with my consultant, she had an entire packet ready to tell me about myself. The organization behind the system was irrefutable and clear, yielding results that could launch me into more research in a focused pathway. Not to my surprise, writing kept its position at the top, but other interests also arose that I had not considered in depth before. Deciding a pathway that could affect the rest of one’s life is inexpressibly difficult and overwhelming. This organization helped me slow down my ideas, follow a cohesive thought pattern, and reach a comforting and self-aware conclusion. ~ Grace MacPherson, High School, Sr
I was able to participate in an assessment and consultation through Career Direct with Mrs. Kim Willson as my consultant, and I am so glad that I did. I can honestly say that it helped me tremendously in determining my career path as it provided me with so much clarity as to the type of career that God has truly designed me to pursue. I was not the kind of person to instantly know what I wanted to do with my life ever since I was young, in fact, it was a topic that always scared me a little bit as I could not imagine picking one thing to do for the rest of my life. After completing the assessment, we met up to discuss my results and I was pleasantly surprised to discover my results. I am so extremely thankful for the encouragement and support I received from Mrs. Willson and the Career Direct program as a whole. I would highly recommend going through the process to anyone who may be unsure about their career, or just want a little extra push in the right direction. ~ Gracie George
**Read Gracie's full testimonial and her path from nursing to the fire department in the file link at the top of the homepage
**Read Gracie's full testimonial and her path from nursing to the fire department in the file link at the top of the homepage
My Career Direct assessment was an amazing and informative experience. The assessment not only helped me feel more comfortable about pursuing my future career, but it also gave me a better understanding of myself. During the assessment Mrs. Wilson was very thorough, attentive, and encouraging. I left the assessment excited about knowing that there was a perfect career for me. I would highly recommend Mrs. Willson for guidance through this assessment tool. ~ Adrianna M., college student
This test was really fun and easy to take. When Kim went over my results I learned so much about myself and it helped me narrow down career options that were best suited of me. She did an amazing job and I would recommend her service to anyone. ~ Mariah R.
Very good job! It was a thoroughly enjoyable experience and I learned a lot. Thank you for taking the time to meet me and invest in me. I will definitely recommend you to anyone interested in this assessment. ~ Sean, high school student
My first impression when I heard of the 3 hour consultation was bad, but in reality I was sad when we ran out of material to discuss. Mrs. Willson, with God’s help, made a lot of things clear to me, but probably the most valuable thing I learned was that just because I could do a job, does not mean I should do it. Before my consultation, I was resigned to my fate of working forever. After, I realized that just because some jobs are “better” than others, doesn’t mean I can’t do what makes me happy. ~ Chloe, high school student
I really enjoyed my consultation with Mrs. Willson because it showed me what jobs matched my personality and what jobs didn’t. It made me see the importance of finding the right job for who you are. ~ Michael, high school student