Get Ready to Job Search in 5 Steps

Get Ready to Job Search in 5 Steps Get Ready to Job Search  in 5 Steps     For anyone getting started  with  the job search process,  getting started might be the hardest part. Learn  5 steps  you can start today that will help  get you energized and prepared  for  a productive and successful job search.     Find  Motivation   We  all learn differently,  and we all change our behaviors and our feelings  according to how we see the world.  One easily accessible way to  learn  is  by reading.  Whether you read books, articles,  or  websites, there is a lot of information  out there  that offers motivation.     A favorite book to read during the job search  is titled:  Change the Way You See Everything  by Kathryn D. Cramer and Hank Wasiak.  Its not only a gorgeous book  to look through, it offers advice on seeing  your job search  differently.  The book is practical  and talks about assetbased thinking versus deficitbased thinking.  For example, when you catch yourself saying: ‘Ill never make it. Thats impossible. Ill never get this done,’ change  your  self-talk to:  â€˜Im going to put one foot in front of the other and move.’ Learn how to  magnify  whats best and focus on whats next.  In terms of  your  job search,  set your sights on what you want  and  what you need, then  move past your fear.     Partner  Up   Another  tip for  starting your job search  is to  partner with a friend  or  find a job seeking  buddy.  Tap  any of your current  friends  who  could provide  support  such  as  proofing  your writing,  reviewing  your applications, offering  new ideas, and  celebrating  successes.  Sometimes  great partners  also  give you tough love by  providing a kick  in the pants  when you need motivation.  Additionally,  look for  Facebook, LinkedIn,  job search forums,  or  other online communities  of like-minded job seekers to share information.  Success doesnt happen alone.   Name Your Effort     It may sound silly but give your job search  effort  a name.  You can name it after yourself,  your dog, or your most desired company to work for.  Call it, ‘My Job Winning Project,’  â€˜Job Search Mission,’  â€˜Mission Microsoft,’ or  â€˜Project Fred.’  Name  the  initiative or  job search  effort and celebrate your effort when you win the job you’ve been wanting.         Talk  Positively     It is very important  to talk positively to and about yourselfâ€"this is true in life and in your job search.  Remind yourself:  â€˜This is my chance to  find the job I truly want and possibly make more money.’ ‘I am optimistic and excited to be in job-search mode, as I will learn and get better every day.’  Conversely,  avoid  talking negative about yourself  or others.  Don’t  berate or bash your last company  or prior bosses. Keep your eyes on the prize and talk about the future.       Get Professional Help     The final suggestion is to  consider getting  professional help. Many  job searchers  seek out therapists, counselors, or other professionals  who can help regain perspective, deal with past issues, or  simply  provide a sounding board.  Any residual negativity from past jobs or relationships could  impede  forward momentum  and stall your job search.  Attempt to clear it away with a professional.     Another form of professional help is to invest in a job search coach. Think of them (us) as private fitness trainers in the gym. You will be coached through a precise system with step-by-step tutoring, templates,  and  project management. With the right coach, you should speed up your job search with higher-than-anticipated compensation results.     Once you have  moved through  most,  or all,  of  these steps,  there are no more excuses and it’s time to get started on a job search process that may just lead to  winning the job  you’ve been  looking for.     Join Dana Manciagli’s  Job Search Master Class ®  now  and get the most comprehensive  online  job search system available!