Never give up…..tips for staying positive (and Sane) while Job Seeking!

"To be a great champion, you must believe you are the best. If you’re not, pretend you are."
—Muhammad Ali

You are a special person. You know it. Your mum knows it. Your dad knows it. Your siblings know it (but probably will not admit it). Your friends and relatives know it. But unless you convince prospective employers of your special talents and abilities, you will fade into that great dark abyss of opportunities lost. In order to convince them, you have to get in front of them, to get in front of them you need to make job applications and in order to do that you have to take ACTION!

Here are some top tips for getting your job search activities organised and keeping your confidence high.

 Use a range of sources to look for a job — Internet; Recruitment Agency; Careers Advisors; Networking; Friends and Acquaintances; Job Centre Plus; Newspapers; etc Use all avenues / methods - do not rely on just 1 method. Set time aside each day to check out all your sources and make a not of any vacancy that could be of interest.
 Not all jobs are advertised, so it is a very good idea to use contacts, ask around and try to network. If people can't help you themselves, they may be able to put you in touch with those who can. Aim to make or research at least 1 speculative approach each day.
 Tailor your CV and cover letter to the job/employer you are applying to. Take your time over your job applications and do not rush. Research the company and the role. Tailor your content to the position you are going for. Keep a note of what exactly you have sent to each employer and when you sent it.
 Always follow up your applications. Make yourself stand out from the crowd. By calling potential employers, you will look eager and you will also gain peace of mind knowing where you stand.
In the next Bolg we’ll be looking at staying positive and sane about Job Interviews......In the meantime, take a look at www.codepro.co.uk and discover how Job Prospector has been designed specifically to help you with your job search – take the pressure off yourself and use Job Prospector!

Good luck with your Job search!