Strategies for Staying Positive in Your Job Search
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Finding a job or switching careers can be hard work, even in the best of times. With high unemployment and the uncertainty created by the pandemic, it can be easy to get discouraged or settle for second best. I’ll talk you through ways to stay positive, make progress towards your goals and...
Finding a job or switching careers can be hard work, even in the best of times. With high unemployment and the uncertainty created by the pandemic, it can be easy to get discouraged or settle for second best. I’ll talk you through ways to stay positive, make progress towards your goals and hold out for the job fulfillment you deserve.
In this chat, you’ll learn about the importance of:
- Using a strategic approach for your job search so you get the most out of your efforts and ensure you can hold out for your ideal job
- Applying various mindset tools to keep you in the right direction, even if you aren’t quite sure where you’re headed
- Tapping your support crew while bypassing the naysayers
- Taking care of your psyche
- Having an identity beyond your job
- Knowing when it’s time to get practical and how to make the most out of your situation
Meet The Speaker
Career Consultant Diana Bernal O’Leary hosts the job search advice podcast Job Talk Weekly. For more than 20 years she’s held leadership positions in Human Resources and Nonprofit Management in Chicago and Los Angeles. Diana helps people identify their career goals, stand out amidst the masses, and find job fulfillment.
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What are some tips for expanding your network and staying positive when the right doors aren't opening up?
By: Veronica, Legal Project ManagerPosted on 2021-07-21 -
What are some maneuvers in keeping still for a 8-10 hour shift
By: ShamaraePosted on 2021-07-21 -
How to stay motivated when things get tedious...or even boring/not exciting?
By: Joanna, UX UIPosted on 2021-01-04 -
What's your top advice for people searching right now - amidst the pandemic - vs at other times in the last few years? What should we be doing differently than before?
By: Kari, Program/Project ManagerPosted on 2021-01-04 -
When is it ok to delete or trim down material in your resume? Like when you have 20+ years of experience.
By: Gabriella, Technical Program Project ManagerPosted on 2021-01-04 -
How to keep momentum when your networking efforts feel like they are getting you no where.
By: Sue, Product ManagementPosted on 2021-01-04 -
How many hours a day/week is ideal for job searching to maintain sanity?
By: Leslie, Sales Operations ManagerPosted on 2021-01-04 -
How can one channelized frustration to progress on job search with a better outcome?
By: Neisha, ExecutivePosted on 2021-01-04 -
What is the best way to positively explain a new career path after 10+ years in the workforce?
By: Chelsea, Director Of PartnershipsPosted on 2021-01-04 -
How long do apply and reach out and have informational meetings trying to shift your career, before giving up?
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When should you give-up a prospect and move on?
By: GeorgiaPosted on 2021-01-04 -
Should we send our resume to people that ask us to send it to them and say they will circulate it with their network? I’ve had lawyers, benefit advisors and search firms say that.
By: ConstancePosted on 2021-01-04 -
What are some strategies to stay positive when you're trying to network or reach out to recruiters but are not getting answers.
By: Sharzil, Legal ProfessionalPosted on 2021-01-04 -
How important is a cover letter? Shouldn't a great resume speak for itself? Do recruiters even read the cover letters?
By: Susan E.Posted on 2021-01-03 -
How should I follow up about an application if I cannot find who to contact?
By: Leticia, Software EngineerPosted on 2021-01-03 -
It's hard to find jobs during a pandemic, but finding entry-level positions are even harder, how to deep with anxiety that comes while finding jobs.
By: YoumnaPosted on 2021-01-03 -
Is it wise to apply for jobs that are below your experience level to "get a foot in the door"?
By: SophiePosted on 2021-01-03 -
What are some good networking sites to use besides powerfly?
By: guojing, Fullstack DeveloperPosted on 2021-01-03 -
Is there such a thing as taking too long to break into a new field or change a career ? It is taking over 5 years.
By: SIki, Web DesignerPosted on 2021-01-03 -
How to build a community to hold one accountable during the job search?
By: Lee-Ann, AV LogisticsPosted on 2021-01-03 -
At what point should I take a lower paying job than what I was making before? The current market does not seem to be paying what it was prior to Covid.
By: Andrea, Travel BuyerPosted on 2021-01-02 -
How to stay positive during job search?
By: Saraswathy, Backend DeveloperPosted on 2021-01-01 -
How to gear up for a new year of unemployment & remain gung ho....am sure will get tips.....
By: Anna, Investment AnalystPosted on 2020-12-31 -
How to tackle ageism in not only reumes but in an actual interview? If there are gaps in a resume, should one explain in the cover letter or on a resume?
By: Karen, Technical Support AnalystPosted on 2020-12-29 -
I'm looking for tips for feeling like you've done "enough" in your job search and finding positive outlets for my mental and creative energy.
By: Julia, Marketing & PR LeaderPosted on 2020-12-28
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