Sunday, December 30, 2012

Job Search for the Rest of Us!: SIXTH DAY OF CHRISTMAS


For each of the twelve days of Christmas, I will share a principle or theme for you to focus on.
 For the 6th day of Christmas - Fire

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William Butler Yeats 

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Saturday, December 29, 2012

Happy Pepperpot Day!

Happy Pepperpot Day!  Who knew? We make this several times a year with the habaneros from our garden and use Turkey instead of beef! Yum! Beef Pepperpot Stew with Spillers' Dumplings Recipe : Levi Roots : Recipes : Cooking Channel

Job Search for the Rest of Us!: HAPPY HOLIDAYS

Whether you are celebrating The Feast Day of Saint Thomas Becket.or Pepper Pot Day: 

For each of the twelve days of Christmas, I will share a principle or theme for you to focus on.
 For the 6th day of Christmas - Fire

Photo from: http://www.morguefile.com/creative/Dzz
Job Search for the Rest of Us!: HAPPY HOLIDAYS: Whether you are celebrating The Feast Day of Saint Thomas Becket.or Pepper Pot Day: For each of the twelve days of Christmas, I will sh...

Monday, December 24, 2012

Happy Holidays....


For each of the twelve days of Christmas, I will share a principle or theme for you to focus on.
For the First day of Christmas - GRATITUDE.

The deepest craving of human nature is the need to be appreciated.
-- WIlliam James






















Articles that may be of interest:
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HOW DO YOU DEAL WITH LOVED ONES DURING THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY? How do you cope with unemployment a during Thanksgiving? Like any loss, a... Luck of the Draw - Some Tips to Get to the Top of the Pile .
http://www.jobsearchfortherestofus.com/

Dec 18, 2012
The negative emotions can be especially magnified at holiday time when families join together and expect happy times. Well meaning friends and relatives often increase the sense of frustration and anger that can come with a ...
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Sunday, December 23, 2012

KWANZAA FAITH AND JOB SEARCH

Faith.  Encarta Dictionary defines Faith as the belief in, devotion to, or trust in somebody or something, especially without logical proof.  Sometimes you just don't have anything else.

I've been there.  If you aren't there now, I bet you have been too!  Hard times sometimes bring Faith to the forefront.  Thankfully!

Still, it can be hard to move forward if those around you don't have the same faith that you do.  If you know in your gut that you are right - just do it! 


Martin Luther King, Jr. 
Read more at http://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/topics/topic_faith.html#jUjrVrRpjFirymxY.99 


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Friday, December 21, 2012

KWANZAA PURPOSE AND JOB SEARCH


Purpose.  Encarta dictionary defines purpose as the desire or the resolve necessary to accomplish a goal.  One of the biggest challenges I have in working with clients is to help themunderstand:
  1. The necessity of having a goal
  2. How to set a long-term goal
  3. Why time frames are so crucial
  4. How short-term goals work
  5. The importance of re-evaluating goals periodically
Often, unemployed job seekers set a long term goal of to "get a job." If you are employed and looking for work you may think your goal is to "find another job" or to "get a better job." A more definitive goal with clear cut time frames will ensure you know when you reach your goal.  Read more:  Job Search for the Rest of Us!: KWANZAA PURPOSE AND JOB SEARCH ...

Wednesday, December 19, 2012

KWANZAA RESPONSIBILITY AND JOB SEARCH


Responsibility. Encarta Dictionary defines responsibility as the state, fact, or position of being accountable to somebody or for something.  To what person or thing are you responsible these days? If you are working, chances are good that you have clear cut and well defined responsibilities.If you are out of work, maybe not so much!

You may still be financially responsible for your family expenses, either totally or partially.  You may have assumed more responsibility for household and child care.  Do you find your day filled up with tasks other than job search?  Are you using these as a way to avoid the pain of rejection or lack of response to your job search. 
What you do each day is your responsibility.  You alone can decide what you want to achieve today.  This may include household and child care tasks. But, in the end, you must approach your job search as your full time job. Read More: KWANZAA RESPONSIBILITY AND JOB SEARCH

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Tuesday, December 18, 2012

KWANZAA SELF-DETERMINATION AND JOB SEARCH

Self-determination.  Encarta Dictionary defines self-determination as the ability or right to make your own decisions.  As a job seeker you certainly have self-determination - perhaps too much of it! 

From: http://www.wackybuttons.com/buttonstore/Holidays/Kwanzaa.php
So what are you doing with all that self-determination, anyway?  If you are like many job seekers, you may be floundering and unsure of what to do to get back to work.  Or, you may be like the rest who think they know what to do to get back to work. 

Chances are you may be missing a crucial element that may Read more:  Job Search for the Rest of Us!: KWANZAA SELF-DETERMINATION AND JOB SEARCH

Monday, December 17, 2012

KWANZAA UNITY AND JOB SEARCH

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Unity.   Encarta dictionary defines unity as singleness or constancy among individuals or groups.

If you are looking for work you may feel more alone than unified! But, it is very important to go out of your way to connect with others during difficult times.

Chances are you have friends and/or family thatcare about you and even worry about you.  Take the time and effort (it definitely takes effort) to reach out to and connect with them! 
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Sunday, December 16, 2012

HANUKKAH, TRIUMPH, AND JOB SEARCH


Photo From http://www.morguefile.com/creative/xenia
TRIUMPH.

The final theme in this Hanukkah Series is Triumph.  Encarta Dictionary defines Triumph as the happiness, pride, or feeling of elation that comes from winning, being victorious, or overcoming something. 

When you are out of work, have a family to support, and don't necessarily have any immediate job prospects it can be difficult to believe you have anything to feel triumphant about.  And that is probably an understatement!

But, if you take the time each day to have a plan and accomplish what you need to do to achieve your goals, you will have several opportunities for triumph every day.  The problem is we forget to pat ourselves on the back or give ourselves credit for what we do.  Rather, we have a tendency when we are down to berate and belittle ourselves. 

It may even be difficult for you to accept a compliment, encouragement, or recognition.  You must, though if you want to be effective in your job search.  If you lose heart you will miss opportunities.  If there is one thing you need at this time it is opportunities! 





When you are in a job search, your triumphs might come in the form of small tasks, such as:

  1. Obtaining a manager's contact information 
  2. Getting a meeting appointment
  3. Scheduling a phone call with an influencer
  4. Personalizing a resume to fit a job you identified to a "T"
  5. Receiving a call for an interview
  6. Completing a lengthy application
  7. Winning a battle with the computer, printer, or answering system
  8. Add your own to the list!
Start each day with a plan, acknowledge your triumphs (small or otherwise), end each day with a plan for the next.  It is the little things, as they say, that make the biggest difference!

What triumph did you have today? Comment below and let me know! 

SOME BACKGROUND ON THIS ARTICLE

Hanukkah started 12/8/12 this year.  I am not Jewish and don’t celebrate Hanukkah, but have always been  surrounded by friends who observe.  This year, I thought I would post an article each day of the Celebration.  Although Hanukkah means Dedication, it seems that it also means more.  Each article will highlight a meaningful ideal that I feel can be related to either the Celebration of Hanukkah or career planning and job search.

I will kindle one light on the menorah by sharing the titles of each article theme or candle:

1.       Dedication  
2.       Gratitude 
3.       Charity 
4.       Faith  
5.       Hope  
6.       Perseverance  
7.       Focus 
8.       Triumph

If you would like to learn more about Hanukkah or Chanukah, here is a very straightforward article that I found helpful:  Short Article on Chanukah.

If you have children at home and would like them to learn about other cultures or involve them more in yours if you are celebrating:  Hanukkah for Kids.

Other articles that may be of interest:

Nov 02, 2012
HOW DO YOU DEAL WITH LOVED ONES DURING THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY? How do you cope with unemployment a during Thanksgiving? Like any loss, a... Monday Mission October 1, 2012. Do something. That's right ...
Sep 24, 2012
HOW DO YOU DEAL WITH LOVED ONES DURING THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY? How do you cope with unemployment a during Thanksgiving? Like any loss, a... Monday Mission October 1, 2012. Do something. That's right ...
Oct 16, 2012
HOW DO YOU DEAL WITH LOVED ONES DURING THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY? How do you cope with unemployment a during Thanksgiving? Like any loss, a... Monday Mission October 1, 2012. Do something. That's right ...
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Saturday, December 15, 2012

HANUKKAH, FOCUS, AND JOB SEARCH

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Focus.  Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines focus as:
a : a center of activity, attraction, or attention <the focus of the meeting was drug abuse>
b : a point of concentration

If you have a family or others in the home, you might find it a challenge to focus on anything! In fact, you may find that household chores, childcare and/or others needs may be more of a focus than job search or career.


"A clear vision, backed by definite plans, gives you a tremendous feeling of confidence and personal power." — Brian Tracy

If you are having trouble making job search your focus, here are a few things you can do:

  1. Make clear, achievable short and long term goals
  2. Share your job search plan with the household
  3. Set up and organize your work space
  4. Get up and dressed for work everyday 
  5. Read career and job search related articles 
  6. Take breaks, eat, exercise
  7. Assess each day and plan for the next
  8. Quit working at your job search at a specific time each day
  9. Share something positive about your day with the household 


Job search should be your focus, but shouldn't be your life!  Keep your goals in sight and move forward by understanding that other people and things will land you the job, not mindless dedication to job search tasks....

SOME BACKGROUND ON THIS ARTICLE

Hanukkah started 12/8/12 this year.  I am not Jewish and don’t celebrate Hanukkah, but have always been  surrounded by friends who observe.  This year, I thought I would post an article each day of the Celebration.  Although Hanukkah means Dedication, it seems that it also means more.  Each article will highlight a meaningful ideal that I feel can be related to either the Celebration of Hanukkah or career planning and job search.

I will kindle one light on the menorah by sharing the titles of each article theme or candle:

1.       Dedication  
2.       Gratitude 
3.       Charity 
4.       Faith  
5.       Hope  
6.       Perseverance  
7.       Focus 
8.       Triumph

If you would like to learn more about Hanukkah or Chanukah, here is a very straightforward article that I found helpful:  Short Article on Chanukah.

If you have children at home and would like them to learn about other cultures or involve them more in yours if you are celebrating:  Hanukkah for Kids.

Other articles that may be of interest:

Nov 02, 2012
HOW DO YOU DEAL WITH LOVED ONES DURING THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY? How do you cope with unemployment a during Thanksgiving? Like any loss, a... Monday Mission October 1, 2012. Do something. That's right ...
Sep 24, 2012
HOW DO YOU DEAL WITH LOVED ONES DURING THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY? How do you cope with unemployment a during Thanksgiving? Like any loss, a... Monday Mission October 1, 2012. Do something. That's right ...
Oct 16, 2012
HOW DO YOU DEAL WITH LOVED ONES DURING THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY? How do you cope with unemployment a during Thanksgiving? Like any loss, a... Monday Mission October 1, 2012. Do something. That's right ...
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Friday, December 14, 2012

Follow Up Friday December 14, 2012

Here are some great posts I shared this week: Mary Sevinsky, MS, CDMS, CCM #JobSearch  for the Rest of Us!:  Job Search for the Rest of Us!: Follow Up Friday:

HANUKKAH, PERSEVERANCE, AND JOB SEARCH



Perseverance.  Encarta Dictionary defines perseverance as steady and continued action or belief, usually over a long period and especially despite difficulties or setbacks. 

Anyone engaged in even a few weeks of job search can certainly claim to have perseverance!  It is a thankless job that brings little in the way of immediate reward or gratification.

Often a good day may yield a rejection letter (or two).  A ringing phone - over the top excitement! An interview - forget about it - Top Of The WORLD!

But, as this illustration shows, many job seekers choose to pack it in just before reaching the end - their goal!  Why do job seekers give up when they obviously need a job (who doesn't)?



Some job seekers give up because they need:

  1. Goals.  Imagine the above minor veering to the right, left, up and down - how likely would he be to even get as far as he did?  Not likely at all!  Job seeking is a job that requires clear tasks and markers to ensure that you are on the right path and that you have made progress.  
  2. Hope.  If you lose hope it will often lead to lack luster go-through-the-motion job search effort that will not yield results! It is hard to keep your spirits up and you may need to enlist friends and family to help.  Subscribe to or review upbeat or inspirational articles, newsletters, or emails.  Sometimes just a crumb will be enough to keep you going.
  3. Knowledge.  All too often, the unemployed sit in front of the computer submitting résumé after résumé in a panicked frenzy.  Take a breath AND a few minutes to research the job and/or company! Try to match your information to what the employer is looking for so that you will be one of the few chosen for an interview.  It is worth the time.
  4. Skills.  This is a broad area and can apply to missing skills necessary to obtain employment in your chosen field or to job seeking skills such as writing résumé  and cover letters, interviewing, and the like. Research your field or industry to determine if you need to beef up skills in any areas.  Read articles on job searching and interviewing daily.  Of course, I would always recommend consulting a career expert for help!:-)
  5. Support.  Many times, job seekers are already feeling inadequate or worse because you may not be contributing financially to the family. This makes it hard to ask for help.  But, you can't do this alone. Seek support outside of the family.  Tap into friends, ex-coworkers, church or community members.  You need someone to bounce ideas off of and to listen to you once in a while. 
  6. Network.  Either you don't know how to network, are too demoralized to do so, or don't see the value in it.  Regardless, this is a must do and can fast-track your job search to your next job if you make the time and effort to reach out to and maintain contact with others on a regular basis.  Join a group at church, in the community, your local job service office, or volunteer to get started.  But start!
  7. Creativity.  You may be putting blinders on and may be missing opportunities because of it!  If you are of a mind that you must have such and such job or pay before considering a job you may be missing out on some great opportunities!  Take the time to buy an actual paper (or look at every career builder job within a 15 mile radius from you) and look at every opportunity.  If you do this periodically you will have a better idea of what jobs are available and you may discover a new career path that is perfect for you! 
  8. Labor Market.  You may own a house.  You may be invested in your community.  You may have family and friends nearby.  But if there are no jobs, you may also want to consider moving to where there are jobs.  Think about locales to which you would like to move or relatives and friends that live away.  Search for jobs in those areas periodically to see if it makes sense to start a job search elsewhere in addition to a local job search.
If you go out of your way to address the above points and keep on keeping on YOU WILL FIND A JOB.
Persevere!



SOME BACKGROUND ON THIS ARTICLE

Hanukkah started 12/8/12 this year.  I am not Jewish and don’t celebrate Hanukkah, but have always been  surrounded by friends who observe.  This year, I thought I would post an article each day of the Celebration.  Although Hanukkah means Dedication, it seems that it also means more.  Each article will highlight a meaningful ideal that I feel can be related to either the Celebration of Hanukkah or career planning and job search.

I will kindle one light on the menorah by sharing the titles of each article theme or candle:

1.       Dedication  
2.       Gratitude 
3.       Charity 
4.       Faith  
5.       Hope  
6.       Perseverance  
7.       Focus 
8.       Triumph

If you would like to learn more about Hanukkah or Chanukah, here is a very straightforward article that I found helpful:  Short Article on Chanukah.

If you have children at home and would like them to learn about other cultures or involve them more in yours if you are celebrating:  Hanukkah for Kids.


Other articles that may be of interest:

Injured Worker Help Desk: HANUKKAH, FAITH, AND JOB SEARCH
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Hanukkah started 12/8/12 this year. I am not Jewish and don't celebrate Hanukkah, but have always been surrounded by friends who observe. This year, I thought I would post an article each day of the Celebration. Although ...
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Hanukkah started 12/8/12 this year. I am not Jewish and don't celebrate Hanukkah, but have always been surrounded by friends who observe. This year, I thought I would post an article each day of the Celebration. Although ...
Dec 11, 2012
Charity. Encarta dictionary defines Charity as the voluntary provision of money, materials or help to people in need. It can also mean a willingness to judge people in a tolerant way or the impartial love of other people.

Job Search for the Rest of Us!: How to handle disappointment of a ...
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