Prepare For Success - Final Formatted Copy

Prepare For Success
If you are using a recruitment agency, ask them how long candidates are taking to find jobs in
your area, profession, grade or salary level. If you are still ahead of schedule then great, but
if you find you are behind schedule, this is no reason to be downcast. It means that you may
need to make more adjustments to your personal sales strategy to increase your chances of
selling yourself to potential employers. This could include lowering your salary expectations,
broadening your job search area and considering other roles where you can transfer skills.
See every problem as an opportunity to deploy a new, winning, strategy or to adopt a more
effective approach.
Be Action-Focused And Positive About Dealing With Debts
Don’t ignore your financial problems, they will not go
away on their own but they may fester and damage
your confidence. If you’re in this position, our
recommendation is you investigate local and online
debt management services that specialize in
helping those with debt challenges. They will help
you manage (and possibly reduce) your debt over
a sensible and workable time frame
Loss Of Independence, Learning To Lean
On Your Partner
View this as a positive. Most psychologists will tell
you that having a support network of family, friends
and peers to rely on during times of stress is very beneficial to your well-being. Many people
don’t have support networks; so don’t take it for granted and be pleased that you have the time
and space to focus on your job search.
Old Colleagues And Friends Can Be Avenues To New Work
Turn your absent colleagues and friends into potential avenues for new work. Stay in touch
with old colleagues on social networks and through social events. Surround yourself with
positive people and continue to socialize with old colleagues and friends and turn them into a
job-hunting resource. Be sure to return the favour if the tables are turned.
Don’t Lose Status Or Identity, Develop New Skills And Your Personal Brand
Many people feel a sense of loss of status and identity when they are no longer associated with
an employer. Don’t dwell on this loss, be positive and focus on developing new knowledge
and skills through online learning or courses. You can then update your resume with the new
skills that you have learned while searching for work. Use the spare time that you have when
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