How to Stay Optimistic and Build Confidence During a Tough Job Search

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Optimism is a choice made each day. Any job search is tough, whether it’s in construction, clerical work, or even management. It’s an equalizer: Exhausting, frustrating, and time-consuming. As much as a difficult job hunt can be discouraging, it’s essential to stay focused and positive. We’ll show you how to boost your self-esteem and your chances at winning the position you want.

Review the Positive

It’s easy to dwell on the things that have gone wrong, but it’s far more beneficial if you focus on your positive and productive experiences throughout the job hunt. Make a list of all of the great interviews, helpful networking connections, and beneficial moments you’ve had during your search. You may be surprised to see them stack up. Additionally, take a look at what you’ve learned from past jobs or mistakes you’ve made. Concentrate on the lessons you have taken with you from your last job, and emphasize how you’ve grown in your next interview.

Build Confidence

Employers and hiring managers want to see a competent, dedicated professional in front of them. If you walk into an interview with a negative mindset, you are far more likely to fail. Top professionals are intuitive – if you’re gloomy after a streak of bad experiences, they will be able to tell. Build your confidence by being strong and proactive. Walk into every setting with your head held high, because you deserve to be there as much as anyone else. When it comes to an interview or a networking event, a firm handshake and professional attire can help you feel like you can conquer any situation that comes your way.

Narrow Your Focus

If you’re feeling defeated after missing out on job after job, it’s possible that you are misdirecting your energy. If you’re applying to multiple positions that don’t fit your experience, or that you’re not qualified for, then you can expect multiple rejections. Make sure you’re not setting yourself up to fail. Do this by closely examining each job posting, and reverse your perspective: If you were searching for candidates, would you hire someone like you for the job? You may need to pivot your frame of reference and focus on applying for jobs that are a good fit. If you’re struggling with this, consider expanding your skill set or seeking extended experience in order to make yourself the perfect candidate for the position.

For advice on how to approach your next career move, look no further than CCS Construction Staffing. Working with a staffing agency is a terrific way to minimize the hardships of a job search. We’ve got the resources to help you bolster your job hunt. Contact us today to see what we can offer you.

 

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