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Losing your job: consider the bigger picture
Losing a job and being unemployed impact your mood, affect how you look for work and your chances of success. It is important to understand the emotional and psychological factors that could be hindering your efforts.
But this moment gives you an opportunity to consider the bigger picture. Do you see yourself having a long-term career in your current industry? To improve your prospects, you could learn a new skill that will likely be in demand going forward. You may have to go back to college or get training.
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List your skill sets
When you've lost your job and want to find a new one, start with the skills that you know you have. For instance, a restaurant host will have people skills, communication skills, the ability to multi-task, and problem solve.
Recording all your skill sets will remi...
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Match your skills with possible jobs
Look at your skillset, and make a list of jobs that have similar skill sets.
- If you need help generating ideas, search for specific terms on job listing sites. (e.g., communication skills)
- Write down what kinds of roles/positions have those requirements.
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Keeping a sense of control
When we battle with unsolvable problems, we start to question our abilities. This creates feelings of helplessness that undermine our ability to succeed.
While it is natural to feel demoralized and pessimistic, you have to address your negative feelings so they don't interfere in y...
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Search through job listings every morning
Use multiple lists and websites and apply to as many jobs as you can for which you're qualified. Treat each one as if it were the only job.
Now you have a clear plan. It should create a greater sense of control and reduce feelings of helplessness.
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Tie your successes to the bigger picture
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- How does it fit into the larger strategic objectives of my organisation?
- Who else might benefit from knowing?
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- Can you tell me a little bit about yourself? Don’t tell your life story; answer clearly and concisely. Focus on professional accomplishments.
- Why should we hire you over the other applicants? Say, “I don’t know the skill of others, but I do my own,” then highlight your strengths and ...
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