During our last Job Seeker Training Webinar, our Career Coach realized that many of the job seekers participating on the live call had been out of work for extended periods of time. It's easy to get frustrated, depressed and worried if you're EVER going to land a job! No matter what has transpired in your job search up until now - you need to declare today as the beginning of "phase two" of your search.
If possible, attempt to land contract, temp or consulting work to show some recent experience. If that is not possible, volunteer your time with organizations that will give you the opportunity to interact with business people (who are often hiring authorities) You can list the volunteerism as recent activity. If you don't think you will ever land a job, you will spend your entire day proving yourself right. It's important that your begin to expect good things to happen in your job search. Schedule more informational interviews. Re-contact your business network and let them know you are a "free agent in the open job market and are excited about accepting a new challenge".
The BEST WAY for you to find a job is NOT Job Boards or postings on websites (there is too much competition). You need to market yourself to individuals who would be your bosses's boss and stress your career accomplishments and the impact they have had on your past employers. Stress the BENEFIT TO THEM when you are attempting to schedule an interview! Smile when you make your follow up telephone calls and you will come across more positive on the phone. Don't allow yourself the luxury of being depressed - even for a minute because it WILL sabotage your job search.
Upcoming Free Job Seeker Training Webinars:
August 4th @ 1:00 PM EST (12:00 PM CST) - Love Your Job in 4 Steps WorkshopWith fifty-seven percent of U.S. workers "not-liking their job", take the time to hear how to find a career you’ll love. This career checklist mini-workshop will take you through the entire employment cycle.
- Setting Goals
- Creating a Success-Driven Mindset
- Making a Plan
- Just Doing It
August 11th @ 12:00 PM EST (11:00 AM CST) - Time Management Tips for Job Seekers
Have you ever wondered what a typical day or week should involve when you are in a job search? During this webinar you will learn:
- How to make best use of your time
- Why it’s important NOT to multi-task
- How to segment your day to enjoy the greatest result
- WHAT actions to take and WHEN to take them
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