Just in case you lost your job today, yesterday, or recently, here are some job search don'ts for you to consider:
~ Don't do something today that you will most certainly regret tomorrow.
~ Don't refuse to tell those you love (and like) the most that you no longer have a job.
~ Don't expect that the employer will realize 'they made a mistake' and will want to 'take you back.' In my 26 years in the business, I recall a mere three instances where a terminated employee was rehired.
~ Don't blame yourself for decisions made over which you had no control.
~ Don't think that there 'must be something wrong with me' or I would still be there.
~ Don't put yourself down, blame yourself, or view yourself as a 'failure' or a 'loser.' Change happens. It's constant in 2011.
~ Don't stay in bed until noon tomorrow and the next day and the day after that if you lost your job today. Stay in a routine. Your new job is to find a job and it will require and demand your full-time attention.
~ Don't shy away from gatherings of friends and family. Talking about 'the situation' will help you see that you are not alone and the support of others can make a difference, as long as the support is of the positive variety.
~ Don't badmouth your former employer, boss or co-workers who 'still have a job.'
~ Don't accept job interviews until you know you are ready to speak with confidence, clarity and calmness about yourself and your brand.
~ Don't think of yourself as unemployed. Right now and in the coming days and weeks, you will be the driver behind one of the most important and influential projects you've ever managed -- yourself! Move forward with grace, style, confidence and success! You can do this!
~ Don't give up on yourself and the search -- even on your worst day -- even when the cat or dog or roommate or partner or spouse or friend want nothing to do with you and your brand! Remember that old saying: this too shall pass!
~ Don't expect someone 'out there' to find you a J O B! You are in charge of finding the next opportunity. You are the captain of your ship. You are the driver of the cart! Stay focused and relentless in pursuit of new work opportunities.
~ Don't be reluctant (or afraid) to invite others to help you as you move forward in the transition process. If certain people are not interested in supporting you or helping you, or are too busy, let them tell you and show you that they are...don't make the decision for them.
~ Don't let rejection stand in the way of getting on down the road to your new tomorrow which is waiting for you to take action and do something productive today! Rejection is a word, not a way of life.
~ Don't be too hard on yourself. Life is tough. The market is tough. The competition is tough. Just keep telling yourself that you are made of 'mental toughness' and that you can and you will get through this period of career transition.
~ Don't try to 'go it alone' -- get help immediately from a competent professional with expertise in career transitions. Help is everywhere. You can also do a Google search such as this: Career Transition Services + Chicago, Illinois (your local area) if you wish to work with a pro in person. Talk to three providers and listen to their program offerings before pulling out the plastic or forking over the green stuff.
~ Don't be too hard on yourself. Every now and then, remind yourself that you are one of the best!
~ Don't forget to say 'thank you' to anyone and everyone who helps you along the way.
cross-posted by billiesucher
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