Are You Having Difficulty Keeping Up Your Self Esteem During Job Search?

by Shan

With the economy being what it is, many of us are either out of work, or working for a reduced pay. Many are searching for that golden job that we believe we deserve. And yet many others are grappling for any job that can help just get by.

But it still eludes us.

Is that you? Have you been sending out resume after resume to companies, or making cold calls to prospective employers? Under such circumstances, it's no wonder that our self esteem could take a hit. Facing rejection after rejection, or worse, the feeling of being ignored time and again, is not an easy one to face.

But unfortunately, that is the time when we most need to keep our spirits high.

Why?

Because the next job out there could be yours, and a potential future employer might just hold your drawn out face or forlorn attitude against you! Because you still need to give your best in your interviews and your overall approach, for any chance to see success in your job search.

So, how do you do it? How do you keep up your self esteem in such trying times?

Here are few ideas:

1.

This has been said many times, and is worth repeating.. always remember your accomplishments, your skills, and your positive traits. Keep them in the front of your mind. Your "failure to land a job" is NOT YOU! It is but a temporary setback. Everyone faces a setback at one time or another. That's a fact of life.

If you have difficulty remembering your past accomplishments, your current skills or your positive traits, ask a trusted friend or a partner. Write them down and look through them everyday. Here are some tips to help you with the process.

2.

Remember that you are not alone. The hiring personnel are not singling you out. Thousands are in the same situation. Which is why it is taking longer than ever before in securing a job of choice.

It may help if you network with like-minded people who are in similar shoes - online or offline. You will immediately see that you are not alone, and this can help put things in perspective. And your self esteem back on track.

Also, make sure you are surrounded by people who tend to be positive and upbeat, not negative and downcast.

3.

If you already have a job, but that's not what you believe fits your qualifications, or if you are working on a reduced pay, remember - you may not like your current job, but it's at least helping you pay the bills.

Any job that brings money into your home, and aids in running your family, deserves respect. Be proud of what you are doing. But that's not to say you should stop looking for other opportunities. Keep actively on the look out for your dream job, but don't degrade the work you are currently doing.

As an added thought, if you have spare time, it may help if you do some volunteer work in assisting others who are less fortunate than you are. Helping folks in need can not only be satisfying and rewarding in itself, but helping those who are in a situation that's worse than yours, can help put your own situation in a better light.

And that can be a good boost to your self esteem.


This website offers some ideas to bring in some extra money home while you are on the look out for a full-time job of your choice.