The job serach attitude

There are so many fantastic pieces of advice for job seekers, so many resources out there to assist you (myself included), but if you don’t get out of bed in the morning with a positive mindset, then the battle is already lost. You’ll muddle through the day, making toast here, having a cup of coffee there. Maybe you’ll write a few articles on LinkedIn to get a few “likes” for some self-affirmation. Before you know it, the day will have passed you by, and you will have achieved very little. In my opinion, there are ten mindsets that are vital for any job seeker to adopt first thing in the morning until last thing at night. You must eat, sleep and breathe them:
Accountability – Only you are in charge of your future. Make sure you explore every avenue.
Self-Discipline – Structure your days as if you are at work. It is so easy to give into pleasant distractions when things are quiet on the job search front. Stay focussed, or you may miss your chance.
Determination – Job searching calls for persistence and a lot of time! You are up against many other job seekers in the same boat – make sure that you go the extra mile. Set high standards for your search, and never let them waver.
Positivity – “I have a lot to offer and would love to be able to share what I know and what I can do.” Find positives wherever you can – they give you fuel for the journey ahead. You do have a lot to offer, never forget it.
Vision – Live in the future, don’t wallow in the past. Aim for where you want to be, without being overly tied to where you were. Blank sheet of paper time – make it colourful.
Respect Yourself - Keep yourself physically active, retain your professional persona, and don’t let yourself go. This is no time to slouch around in smelly t-shirts with empty pizza boxes everywhere.
Allow Negativity – There will be times in the day when you might feel a bit down. This is normal, but you have to learn to “snap out of it” and get on with making a difference.
Keep Growing – Even though you may not be working, you must keep on top of your ability to do your job. Maybe start a blog, go to networking events, take part in webinars. Stay confident in your abilities and knowledge.
Do It Now – There is nothing easier than to say that you will do something tomorrow. Whole weeks can pass if you have this negative mindset. There is nothing like the present. Make it happen
Celebrate Success – You can’t keep up a positive attitude without giving yourself a few “pats on the back” every now and again.
A final aspect of any job search that I would like to mention is that little word “luck.” With the right attitude and approach, that little “break” that you need is ever more likely. If you are slouched on the sofa feeling sorry for yourself, then it may well move onto someone more worthy. Put yourself in the best position possible to catch that fish, believe that it will happen, and be ready to reel it in when you see the float dip below the water….. Good luck!