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7 Ways To Stay Motivated When You're Looking For A Job by BISolutionsng: 4:29pm On Apr 09, 2016 |
www.biempowerment.com #WeLoveGraduates #WeLoveYouths 7 Ways to Stay Motivated When You’re Looking for a Job The job search can be frustrating and draining, but here's how to keep your spirits up and boost your chances of getting hired The ability to get — and stay — motivated during a job hunt is one of the most critical skills for anyone looking for work. This is especially true today, when it takes considerably more time and energy to find employment than it did a decade ago. 1. Be realistic about the job-search time frame. Brace yourself for the inevitable speed bumps of a job search. For example, don’t expect to land an interview within a week or two of starting your hunt. 2. Believe in yourself. Like a successful salesperson, you must believe that what you’re selling has value. When looking for a job, you're essentially selling yourself and your experience. 3. Take a project-management approach. Break down the search process into a series of goals, spread out over time. For example, give yourself one week to draft a resume & cover letter. Other suggested milestones: Within one month: Network face to face with 15 to 20 people who could help you find work. Within three months: Secure three job interviews...etc 4. Evaluate your progress. Take time out once a week to assess how your job search is going. Ask yourself: What have I done? What haven’t I done? What’s working? What isn’t? 5. Keep your body, mind and soul healthy. How you take care of yourself while job hunting can have a huge impact on your productivity in finding work. Make sure you eat well, exercise regularly and get enough sleep. 6. Learn how to handle rejection. Getting turned down by prospective employers is tough. The way to handle rejection is to look at it the way a successful salesperson does: It's a numbers game where every “no” gets you one step closer to the “yes” you need. 7. Take time off. Five hours of job hunting a day is draining. So step back from time to time to avoid burning out. And try not to look for a job on weekends. That’s the time to enjoy yourself and to relax with the people you care most about. 14 Likes 2 Shares
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Re: 7 Ways To Stay Motivated When You're Looking For A Job by Prodigee: 4:31pm On Apr 09, 2016 |
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Re: 7 Ways To Stay Motivated When You're Looking For A Job by klassykute(m): 4:35pm On Apr 09, 2016 |
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Re: 7 Ways To Stay Motivated When You're Looking For A Job by veekid(m): 6:49am On Apr 10, 2016 |
this is too long o jare ...person should jus pray for God's blessing . Lobatan 3 Likes |
Re: 7 Ways To Stay Motivated When You're Looking For A Job by odiereke(m): 6:50am On Apr 10, 2016 |
Very good ideas. 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: 7 Ways To Stay Motivated When You're Looking For A Job by leki10(m): 6:50am On Apr 10, 2016 |
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Re: 7 Ways To Stay Motivated When You're Looking For A Job by obinoral1179(m): 6:57am On Apr 10, 2016 |
Quite informative 1 Like |
Re: 7 Ways To Stay Motivated When You're Looking For A Job by Fxwarrior: 7:00am On Apr 10, 2016 |
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Re: 7 Ways To Stay Motivated When You're Looking For A Job by JohnEazy(m): 7:02am On Apr 10, 2016 |
8. Believe in GOD 2 Likes |
Re: 7 Ways To Stay Motivated When You're Looking For A Job by myke92(m): 7:02am On Apr 10, 2016 |
These are nice points 2 Likes |
Re: 7 Ways To Stay Motivated When You're Looking For A Job by MVLOX(m): 7:03am On Apr 10, 2016 |
Makes total sense 1 Like |
Re: 7 Ways To Stay Motivated When You're Looking For A Job by Etizz: 7:04am On Apr 10, 2016 |
It's not easy sha 1 Like |
Re: 7 Ways To Stay Motivated When You're Looking For A Job by platido(m): 7:08am On Apr 10, 2016 |
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Re: 7 Ways To Stay Motivated When You're Looking For A Job by shepherd77: 7:11am On Apr 10, 2016 |
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Re: 7 Ways To Stay Motivated When You're Looking For A Job by AlfaSeltzer(m): 7:17am On Apr 10, 2016 |
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Re: 7 Ways To Stay Motivated When You're Looking For A Job by tuna4servi(m): 7:19am On Apr 10, 2016 |
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Re: 7 Ways To Stay Motivated When You're Looking For A Job by anochuko01(m): 7:22am On Apr 10, 2016 |
Ensure you've got skills most applicants don't have...such skills make you indispensable. With such skills you're likely not to search for jobs for too long. God's favour is key too! 2 Likes |
Re: 7 Ways To Stay Motivated When You're Looking For A Job by echelons(m): 7:30am On Apr 10, 2016 |
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Re: 7 Ways To Stay Motivated When You're Looking For A Job by yomalex(m): 7:32am On Apr 10, 2016 |
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Re: 7 Ways To Stay Motivated When You're Looking For A Job by ednut1(m): 7:37am On Apr 10, 2016 |
i tot admission into d university was hard nt knowing it was job hunt all thanks to the foolish mentality i had, i hv a strong 2.1 nd also Ican am an hotcake na. omo by d time i begin fail shl/gmat tests, messing up at interviews. eye begin clear. u go dey see ur padis pic on facebook nd bbm inside office dey fresh. and be lik am i cursed what is wrong with me etc. u will get gmail notifications and open d damn mail and see stuffs like 'regret, we wish u d very best, after carefully review u will not be moving to d nxt stage'. 6 Likes |
Re: 7 Ways To Stay Motivated When You're Looking For A Job by inchristalone12(m): 7:39am On Apr 10, 2016 |
leki10:Happy birthday to u. Wishing u a more fulfilled years ahead. 2 Likes |
Re: 7 Ways To Stay Motivated When You're Looking For A Job by geniusgenes: 7:40am On Apr 10, 2016 |
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Re: 7 Ways To Stay Motivated When You're Looking For A Job by Senorprinz(m): 7:44am On Apr 10, 2016 |
in other news, isis is still recruiting.......no time. 2 Likes |
Re: 7 Ways To Stay Motivated When You're Looking For A Job by ednut1(m): 7:47am On Apr 10, 2016 |
leki10:who like don help i hv 10300 likes e never help me 4 Likes |
Re: 7 Ways To Stay Motivated When You're Looking For A Job by leki10(m): 7:47am On Apr 10, 2016 |
ednut1:K 1 Like |
Re: 7 Ways To Stay Motivated When You're Looking For A Job by yaqq: 7:50am On Apr 10, 2016 |
Job hunting can be very disappointing here in naija, but the moment you get the job, you no longer value it. U say the stress is way too much that how much re they even paying sef 2 Likes |
Re: 7 Ways To Stay Motivated When You're Looking For A Job by lonelydora: 7:56am On Apr 10, 2016 |
Nice one Op. I'm here to read comments 1 Like |
Re: 7 Ways To Stay Motivated When You're Looking For A Job by Funjosh(m): 7:57am On Apr 10, 2016 |
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Re: 7 Ways To Stay Motivated When You're Looking For A Job by jojosweet(f): 8:15am On Apr 10, 2016 |
ednut1:if u are a christian u will know it's not of he that runneth is of God that showeth mercy. Don't look at ur 2.1 or Ican just say God take the glory and bless me 2 Likes |
Re: 7 Ways To Stay Motivated When You're Looking For A Job by jaybim: 8:19am On Apr 10, 2016 |
Nice write up.... To add a thing or 2. 1.If you can afford it do a professional course, it doesn't have to be in your field but make sure it's something you have an interest in and tailored to a job u won't mind doing. 2.Practice ur GMAT and other tests... Become as familiar with those exams as possible. This will help you when you have to do a test. If you are in the humanities or creative sector like I am, hone your talent. Rehearse rehearse and rehearse... 3.For those who can't afford courses, the internet is your best bud... There are a million free online courses out there... Use your data wisely, just google 4.Learn a trade, do an internship/apprenticeship, or volunteer job. The experience will come in handy for you and on your cv 5.Read, read, read, read ooooooooo. The key is to keep your mind occupied. As the Op said, take care of yourself. Stay sharp mentally and physically. Strike a balance 6.Finally, Pray as hard as you work, stay grounded spiritually and stay positive. Btw... Me sef de look for work o. I have a B.A and M.A in Theatre Arts, doing an online course in social media marketing and I'm good. God bless us all in our searches. 5 Likes 1 Share |
Re: 7 Ways To Stay Motivated When You're Looking For A Job by Benbelor(m): 8:47am On Apr 10, 2016 |
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