“Helping clients make informed career decisions that foster job satisfaction, increase productivity, leading to greater personal fulfillment.”

Who We Help

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Parents/Students

Helping young people connect their interests with the right college major or potential career is essential to building a fulfilling and rewarding professional life. Fortunately, this process doesn’t have to be difficult or overwhelming. With a few intentional steps and a better understanding of their occupational interests, young people can avoid wasted time, energy, and resources—and instead set a clearer, more confident course for their future.
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Professionals

Too often, people find themselves on the wrong path—enrolled in a major that doesn’t fit, or working in a job that leaves them unfulfilled. Some settle into the routine and quietly accept, “I guess this is just my life,” only to look back decades later wishing they had made a change.

But it doesn’t have to be that way. Others choose to explore, learn, and take bold steps toward a new and meaningful career. A better path is out there—and we’re here to help you find it.

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Team Consulting

Being part of a team can be exhilarating—or exhausting. Teams rise and fall on the strength of their individual members. The most successful teams share key traits that allow them to reach their full potential: a common goal, a shared language, mutual dedication, and genuine interest in the work.

Whether in sports, business, or education, teams that align around a shared purpose are more likely to succeed—and to find greater satisfaction along the way.

Why does this matter?

Many people find themselves in a job or college major that simply doesn’t resonate with who they are. This disconnect can lead to dissatisfaction at work, changes in college majors, and even dropping out. There is a better path—a deeper understanding of your occupational interests and how they can guide you toward the right college major or career fit, leading to greater personal fulfillment, productivity, and job satisfaction.

“Your work is going to fill a large part of your life, and the only way to be truly satisfied is to do what you believe is great work, and the only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven’t found it yet, keep looking. Don’t settle.”

Steve Jobs

Meet Joseph Palladino

  • MsEd. Counseling
  • School Counselor
  • School District Administrator
  • School Board President
  • Certified Career Counselor
  • Certified Strong Interest Inventory administrator
  • Certified Myers Briggs Type Indicator
  • Two Time National Champion Ithaca College Football
  • Over 30 years of experience in education and counseling
  • Hall of Fame inductee

Joseph Palladino – President

What Our Customers Say

Parents/Students

Career exploring at an early age can be great, but JPC can help at any step of education.

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Parent Sessions

Explore:
Our Parent Sessions are interactive group presentations designed to help parents understand how career-interest assessments can guide their children’s postsecondary decisions.
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Middle School

Assess:
When students enter 8th grade they are ready to take an interest profile. These results provide a launch point for the career search process.
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High School

Connecting:
Choosing a trade, college major or a career path is one of the most important decisions we make. We can help narrow the search and increase the probability that you will make a successful decision.
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College

Confirming:
Entering college with this a minimal amount of career development can make all the difference; saving time and money while allowing you to focus on your chosen field of study.

For Professionals

Utilizing career development theory can help organizations hire the right people by looking beyond experience and qualifications to better understand how an individual’s interests align with the work they will actually perform. When employees are placed in roles that are a stronger match for their occupational interests, they are more likely to find the work engaging and satisfying.

Better career fit can lead to improved employee retention, reduced turnover and hiring costs, greater productivity, and a more positive workplace culture. It can also help employers identify opportunities for advancement, professional development, and internal career pathways for existing employees.

The goal is not simply to find someone who can do the job, but to identify individuals whose interests suggest they are more likely to enjoy the work, remain engaged, and want to stay and grow within the organization.

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Team Consulting

Motivate and find what your team is missing in their daily routine

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Human Resources and Office Teams

Teamwork is a key to high levels of production, efficiency, and success. Understanding how to best utilize employees can have tremendous effects on group dynamics, culture, and retention.

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Sports Teams and Coaching

Athletics can be a tremendous experience for young people. The skills learned during participation in sports are a valuable asset when looking for a job or career. The question is how do you choose the right career path where you can use these skills to better yourself and your team?

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How JPC sessions work

Sessions can be booked for individuals or groups. For parents who have children or young adults I recommend the group sessions. This will provide a foundational understanding of career development and why it is so crucial in making career related decisions for your children.

Group sessions

Parent group sessions are designed to help parents better understand career development theory and how it applies to their children as they make decisions about high school electives, college majors, and future career paths.

Individual sessions

Individual sessions provide one-on-one guidance and an in-depth exploration of interest profile results, including what the results mean and how they can be used to make informed decisions about career choices.