Frequently Asked Questions

What happens during the free trial?

You get 14 days of access to all features, so you can experience how Career Companion helps you track impact, build a growth plan, and prepare for career-defining conversations before upgrading.

Can this be reimbursed by my employer?

Career Companion subscriptions can be reimbursed as a professional development or learning tool. To make it easier, you can use our Employer Sponsorship Request template to approach your employer and request coverage.

How does this “pay for itself”?

One raise, bonus, or promotion typically outweighs the annual cost. Even without a formal promotion, stronger positioning and clearer conversations can deliver 10× or more return in the first year.

How is this different from a resume or notes app?

Resumes and notes are static. Career Companion is active, it uses AI to turn your work history into growth plans, talking points, and ready-to-use summaries for reviews, promotions, and compensation conversations.

Can interns or externship participants use Career Companion?

Yes. Career Companion is designed to support early-career professionals, including interns, externship participants, fellows, and recent graduates. The platform helps users document their work, capture feedback, track accomplishments, and build a professional portfolio they can use for future job opportunities. Many interns use Career Companion to record projects, reflect on what they’re learning, and organize proof of their skills so they can confidently talk about their experience in interviews.

How can career coaches use Career Companion with their clients?

Career coaches use Career Companion to help clients turn their experiences into clear, structured career evidence. The platform makes it easy for professionals to track accomplishments, document feedback, and organize examples of their work over time.

Career Companion also includes a network feature that allows coaches to connect with clients directly inside the platform, making it easier to chat, provide feedback, and stay engaged throughout the coaching process. This creates a more structured way for coaches to guide reflection, support goal setting, and help clients prepare stronger stories for interviews, promotions, and career growth.

What if my company already has performance tools?

While company tools serve HR and compliance needs, Career Companion focuses on the individual, helping you stay visible, manage up, and prepare for meaningful career conversations.

Is my data private and secure?

Data security is our top priority. Your information is encrypted, protected, and handled according to industry best practices and strict security standards. You control who has access, including mentors, coaches, or accountability partners you choose to invite.

Is this useful for early-career professionals?

Absolutely. Early-career users benefit from building strong habits early, tracking growth, and entering reviews, interviews, or feedback conversations with confidence.

Is this something I’ll actually use year-round?

Yes. Career Companion is designed for light, recurring use. A few minutes at a time builds a living record of your work, keeps you prepared, and compounds in value throughout the year.