Remaining motivated while unemployed is difficult, however; a "Job Search Strategy" will prevent the "Job Search Blues."

1. Motivating Your Job Search
Diana McLennan
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2. Index
Group Norms
Remaining Motivated
10 Rules For A Motivated Job Search
Summary
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3. Group Norms
No side conversations
Cell phones off or set to vibrate
Sealed beverages or cups with covers are
permitted
No Food
Respect for each other and the room
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4. Remaining Motivated
Remaining motivated during a job search is
difficult.
Apply these 10 Rules towards the Right Job Fit to
remain motivated during a job search
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5. Rule 1
It Is about the Right Match!
• If your skills don’t match the job description don’t
apply; they won’t call
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6. Rule 2
Rejection
• Everyone gets rejected so don’t take it
personally
• Rejection is part of the job search process; you
are not alone
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7. Rule 3
Emotional Support Is Important
Seek support from your family, friends or former
employers; ask for feedback and advice.
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8. Rule 4
It’s A New Opportunity
• Every application is “A New Opportunity”
• A positive approach will be reflected in your cold
calls, applications, cover letters, résumés, when
you network and your interviews
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9. Rule 5
Audit Your Skills
Make “2” Lists:
• List of all the skills you have learned during your
periods of employment and education.
• Than make a second list of all the skills you
have learned from family, friends, sports,
hobbies and interests
• Remember skills are transferable
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10. Rule 6
It’s OK To Take A Break
Searching for employment is work:
When employed you have a set time for work,
breaks, days off and vacations; you must permit
yourself the same care while job searching.
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11. Rule 7
Create a Job Search Schedule
• Job search is a work week
• 5 Productive days
• Set a specific time and limit for daily job
search
• Variety
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12. Rule 7
Create a Job Search Schedule
“Mix It Up” one day for:
• Internet job postings
• Cold calls
• Networking
• Research companies you want to work for
• Social Media
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13. Rule 8
Stress Management
Remember to include in your Job Search
Schedule:
• Time to eat healthy
• Exercise
• 8 Hours sleep
• Time for family and friends; be social!
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14. Rule 9
Develop An Open Attitude
• Be open and receptive to new ideas and
experiences
• Don’t sweat the small stuff
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15. Rule 10
Seek Professional Guidance and Resources
• Meet with an Employment Ontario Career and
Work Counsellor
• Use the resources offered for free at these
locations
• Find a Mentor
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16. Summary
Motivated Job Search
Ten Rules:
1. Right Match, Right Job, Right Fit
2. Rejection, Get Over It
3. Emotional Support
4. New Opportunities
5. List Your Skills
6. Take Breaks
7. Job Search Schedule
8. Stress Management
9. Be Open
10. Professional Guidance and Resources
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17. References
PersonnelConcept.com.au
Catalyst Employment Services
RedStarResume
Slideshare.net
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