How To Be A Confident Job Seeker

“One important key to success is self-confidence. An important key to self-confidence is preparation.” –Arthur Ashe

If you are seeking to switch your profession or you are new in the workforce arena, you need to start to prepare your job seekers toolkit. Looking for employment is a full-time job. And it is important to schedule your days to help you get through the process as easy and painless as possible; preparation is critical.

Previously I conducted career workshops to assist students with their job searching skills. I learned that it is essential to be disciplined and organized in the preparation process. It is rewarding to help and guide individuals through the stressful and taxing job searching task.

To become a confident job seeker, you need to be informed and ready to get to work. You need to schedule the time that you will dedicate to your job search.

Below you will find several tools that can help you jumpstart the process.

Tools:

• Job leads 
• Professional Portfolio And Pens 
• Interview Questions 
• Interviewing Outfits 
• Updated Resume 
• Reference List
• Research Power Hour 
• Notebook To Keep Track
• Updated Contacts 
• Follow Up Tracking System
• Network Opportunities 
• Schedule 
• Updated linkedin Profile 
• Work With A Career Coach

Social media clean up is essential, now with a social media footprint, employers are noticing more on behaviors that might not be appropriate for the organization.

If you are interested in a specific industry, read up on your industry trade publications to see new trends and news about your desired industry. Always stay informed.

In summary, as long as you know your strengths, skills and have the evidence of your past successes, you will be heading into your new career without a problem. By being prepared, you will reduce your anxiety with the job search process. Contact me for a Career Coaching Session today.

Until next week,
Coach Barb
Certified Career Coach

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