Today's job search tip is: Focus on one thing at a time. We are all so used to multi-tasking that it is hard to even realize you are doing more than one thing at a time!
Multi-tasking can reduce your effectiveness and leave you wondering what you did all day as you progress through the hours in a whirlwind of activity.
- Turn off the radio or TV
- Turn off your email notifier and another unnecessary reminders
- Eat only at the kitchen or dining room table and think only about what you are eating
- When on the phone make notes about the call if you must, but don't use your computer, smart phone or tablet while talking
- Follow similar direction when in a meeting (even a boring one!)
- Have only one program, window and/or tab open on your computer at a time
- Put your smart phone on power saver or eco mode
- If exercising think only about the exercise and/or your body
- When driving focus on that - not your cell, tablet, errands, work, etc
Other articles that may be of interest:
Aug 30, 2012
What we choose to focus on correlates directly to what we see in terms of options. The narrower our focus, the less there is to see. Cup your hands around your eyes and describe what you see – the computer screen? A piece ...
Jan 29, 2012
Candidates Focus On Skills Instead Of What The Company Focuses On. Brad Remillard (Impact Hiring Solutions). Q. I have had a number of interviews for which I know I am qualified, yet I still haven't been offered a job.
Feb 09, 2012
Mary Sevinsky did an absolutely wonderful job making my resume professional and more comprehensible. I am now proud to give my resume to employers! Due to the fantastic job she did, I have a new job that I am excited to ...
Sep 04, 2012
When you are out of work it can be difficult to find positive things to think about or focus on. One thing you can do to begin hauling yourself up out of the doldrums is to think about someone whom you look up to, past or present.
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