Dear Job-seeking Friends,
From a great article entitled "The Four Key Principles of Successful Job Seekers"
1. Use job search strategies that work. Two of the biggest challenges
job seekers face are knowing which job search approaches are the most
effective, and figuring out where to start in finding job opportunities.
Successful job seekers know that any approach that helps them find and
connect with the right people will eventually land them the job they
want. Answering want ads and Internet postings have only marginal value.
Developing relationships through networking, referrals, informational
interviewing, and recruiters gets them closer to, if not right on top
of, their ideal job. They know that in a competitive job market, they
cannot rely on looking for positions already advertised passively. They
actively market themselves to the people who are likely to hire them.
2. Stick to a step-by-step, action-oriented process. The typical job
seeker quickly becomes overwhelmed by his or her job search. There are
million of things to do, places to look, and people to talk to, but they
don't have a system for putting the pieces together. Job seekers who
know the score, design and implement a game plan that includes setting a
specific and attainable goal, actions steps to take every day or week,
and a system to track their progress. If they don't realize the results
they want to achieve, they don't abandon this plan. Rather, they make
adjustments that get them back on track.
3. Stay motivated in face of frustration and rejection. Rejection
letters, no return calls, and outdated information are all part of the
normal working day of a job seeker. Most people get frustrated and angry
with this every-day occurrence and give up. The successful job seeker
sees this as opportunity or a positive learning experience. They don't
let the fear of rejection get in the way of their progress. By sticking
to their plan, they don't give up during the job search. They are
motivated by the goals they've set and nothing will deter them from that
accomplishment.
4. Know when to ask for help. Looking for a job can sometimes be the
loneliest job in the world. Uncertainty and doubt set in with many a job
seeker when things don't go right. Perhaps even a sense of pride sets
in and the thought of asking someone for help makes them feel like a
charity case. Conversely, successful job seekers know that they cannot
do this alone. They stack the odds in their favor by adding some outside
help to their job search campaign. They want to be accountable to
someone other than themselves. They need to get a different point of
view, or perspective, on their progress or challenges. And, they seek
out support from people who care about their progress or help them
develop the tools they need to win.
The next time you ask yourself or someone else, "why can't I find a
job," you now know all is not lost. Implementing a solid action plan,
sticking to your goals, and seeking help when you need it most, puts you
in charge of your destiny.
Simply put, you are just a few steps away from being a success.
Smooches,
Adam
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