“I need a job” is how the conversation usually begins. These words are typically stated over and over again by people who have been out of work for a period of months, or longer. They are nearing the end of their unemployment benefits and are beyond frustrated. They are tired, pessimistic and scared. Many are taking prescription medication to help overcome the anxiety.
A few months earlier, they were full of hope and promise. They weren’t just saying “I need a job.” They were looking for the right job. They were looking for the ideal position where they could expect quality health care, a competitive wage, a fresh start to meet new people and get back on track to achieve their personal career goals in providing for their family.
What went wrong? How does a person move so quickly from hope to despair? Even though it may seem like it to the 15 million Americans currently enduring through this quagmire, it is not by design. The world does not have a master plan to conspire against those arguing, “I need a job. And, I need it now.”
The truth is that strategies to find employment were not required courses when you were in school. There is no online class available through your local community college or university. We have been trained how to perform the functions of our various positions through on-the-job training, in orientations, and at classes and conferences. Yet, there seems to be a void in this critical step helping people to ultimately avoid muttering “I need a job” in a discouraging tone.
Chances are that you were highly valuable to your last employer. Due to economic conditions, tough decisions were made, which dramatically and adversely impacted you. You are skilled at your craft, yet you are unsure how to articulate your skills in front of an employer. Chances are that you are extremely sharp, yet are unsure how your skills will transfer to another industry. Chances are that you are highly educated; yet do not have any idea how to leverage your sphere of influence or capitalize on modern technology to improve your job search.
The good news is that this void has been recognized. Help will be provided to anyone looking for it. Just type www.findagreatjobtoday.com into your browser and take advantage of the resources available to you. “I need a job” is a common concern and I look forward to helping you get hired.
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Sean, your expertise is particularly important in today’s job market. More and more individuals are seeking the help of a job-coach like yourself to assist them in finding a job.
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