I personally have asked myself this question many times. Especially in the most difficult moments.
Feeling aimless or feeling UNCERTAINTY, can make you doubt your abilities either because you don't find meaning in your life right now, because you can't find a job or because you don't feel happy with your career.
Do not despair. There are always little tricks to manage these emotions, for example…
• Clarify your goals and objectives. Sit down, reflect, and write down.
• Accept that emotion, feel it, and allow it to pass.
• Focus on what you can control.
• Keep your mind open to surprises and the unforeseen.
• Think and write down what are the real risks you may face.
Remember that 90% of the things you worry about never happen.
Every time I faced a career change, but especially when I started as an entrepreneur, I felt the uncertainty of not knowing what will happen in the future. Of not knowing if it was going to work out.
The only thing that was diminishing that feeling was facing my day-to-day with actions.
If you don't handle uncertainty, it can become ANXIETY. Especially if you have been trying to make a change, or in this case, looking for a job for a long time.
The job search exhausts, consumes time and energy. But it does not have to be like that!
If you feel that you have gone from uncertainty to anxiety, you can help yourself by following these 6 steps to start enjoying the process...
1. Start your job search by making a list of 3 companies and 3 jobs that you would love.
2. Get up to speed on current job search best practices like LinkedIn search, networking, and personal branding. We offer these services, so you don't have to worry about it!
3. Review your CV and tailor it to each job you are applying for.
4. Use your resume on your LinkedIn profile and get it noticed.
5. Prepare for that interview. Rehearse possible questions, ask yourself, write down your most important values, and consider stories from your own work experience.
6. Avoid letting your mind dwell on negative thoughts about your job search. Divert your mind to a positive memory.
One day at a time. A job search does not give immediate results. You will need the right tools, so as not to make the same mistakes. Do not hesitate to write to me to receive a personalized and professional support that will give you real results.
Stay focused, productive, and open-minded!
I can guarantee that at the end of the hour-a-day you spend on your job search, you will be proud and happy.
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