Thursday, December 13, 2012

HANUKKAH, HOPE, AND JOB SEARCH

Hope.  Encarta Dictionary defines Hope as a feeling that something desirable is likely to happen.  Well now, doesn't that sound good!?!  If you have lost hope I am sure it does!


You can make what you need happen, but it’s likely you won’t if you don’t start with a foundation of hope.  If you want to be successful in your job search you must begin by hoping you can.  Otherwise you may not see opportunities that present themselves

So often, when I meet with job seekers they focus on the negative and it is very obvious they have given up hope at ever finding a job.  Often, my clients have been injured at work and are faced with a career change in addition to the difficulties posed by the tough economy.

It is often difficult to regain your hope if you have been struggling for some time.  But, it is possible. If you have lost hope and would like to regain your positive focus, here are a few things you can do:


  • Activity helps you feel hopeful.  Plan your days and force yourself to stay active toward achieving your goals and in maintaining your relationships.
  • Focus on what you CAN control.  Your ACTIONS are within your control even if you feel nothing else is.
  • Think about what you WANT or CAN do.  It is not enough to say you want to get a job or get back to work.  Really give some thought to what you CAN DO now.
  • Set short and long term GOALS.  Long term goals will give you encouragement to keep going and assurance that your efforts are not in vain.
  • Determine what you NEED to attain your goals.  You may need to improve your skills, increase your knowledge or expand your network.  If you are like most job seekers – probably all of the above!
  • Ask for HELP.  We all need help from time to time.  You may not have what you need to get a job without help.  Help and hope can come in the form of friends and family or from a professional.

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.

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