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8 Unhealthy Job Search Habits Keeping You Unemployed

  Job search can be a wild ride, full of twists and turns that can leave you feeling like you’re navigating through a labyrinth.  Image via Unsplash It's an adventure that often tests our patience, resilience, and determination. And sometimes, without even realizing it, we develop some not-so-great habits along the way. I know it's natural to feel burned out when you're not meeting with the success you desire. However, slipping into unproductive job-searching habits might be why those offers aren't coming your way.  So, if you’ve been searching for a job for the longest time, maybe it's time to evaluate your job search habits.  Read on for eight unhealthy job search habits that may keep you unemployed.  You May Also Like: 6 Ways to Use LinkedIn to Get a Job in 2023 It’s halfway through 2023: A series of things have happened in my life 1. Allowing Negativity to Dominate The job search process is undoubtedly filled with challenges, uncertainties, and the occasional se

5 Important Life Lessons I Learnt When I Lost My Job

  Losing a job is painful and scary. Image via Unsplash When it happened to me, I didn't want to believe it had happened. The shock, the uncertainty, and the fear gripped me tightly as if I had been thrust into an unpredictable storm.  However, amidst the chaos and uncertainty, I found valuable lessons. And I want to share with you the five important life lessons I learned when I lost my job.  I hope to inspire and empower you, reminding you that even in the darkest moments, there’s light to be found.   You May Also Like: 5 Reasons Why Everyone Seems to be Doing Better Than You Stop seeing men who aren’t making their intentions clear It’s halfway through 2023: A series of things have happened in my life A Job Doesn't Define Me What hurt me most was that I felt like I wasn't good enough. The sudden loss of my job left me questioning my abilities and value. I couldn't help but wonder what I did wrong and what I could have done better. My job gave me confidence, and I felt

4 Reasons Why Losing a Job Could Be a Good Thing

I couldn't believe it when my contract ended.  Image via Pixabay It hit me like a ton of bricks, leaving me feeling lost and dejected.  I had poured so much into that job, investing countless hours and endless effort. It was like a part of me was suddenly ripped away, and I didn't know how to cope with the emptiness that remained. The days that followed were filled with sadness and uncertainty. I sulked, questioned my worth, and wondered if I’d ever find another opportunity.  The future seemed bleak, and the fear of being jobless for an indefinite period loomed over me like a dark cloud. I didn’t know that losing the job was a blessing in disguise. It may sound peculiar to claim that losing my job was a blessing in disguise. How could something so disheartening and painful be a positive experience?  Well, I will share with you how job loss was a catalyst for positive change and personal growth.  Read my story… 1. I Finally Had a Chance to Reevaluate your Goals Losing my job gav