Empowering People To Change

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Do you hear what I hear? The sounds of the masses panicking over the DOW dropping and slowly accepting defeat by rolling over and playing dead. The media loves nothing more than to pump us up with this negativity; to fuel the fire. Everywhere you turn it seems like someone is spewing myths of doomsday, and one can’t help feeling overwhelmed and challenged. Layoff and unemployment rates seem to be going up and up, and many are beginning to wonder “Why Me”.

With the job market being so competitive due to a lack of available jobs, and recruiters seeming to collect resumes as a hobby rather than actually get you a job, it’s easy to feel victimized by the system. Everyone is facing challenges right now, but the only way to overcome these challenges is by having the right mindset. Everyone needs to learn to face these challenges to head on. We need to learn to empower ourselves to change or empower ourselves to MAKE a change.

Rather than think of challenges as horrible incidents that HAPPEN to us, we need to think of them as hurdles that we must jump in order to build strength of character and grow as a human being. It’s easy to say things like “I’m facing this challenge because of the government, not because someone wants me to grow”, but the truth is that we all make our own success and our own failures. We are responsible for 99% of what happens to us, and if we face a challenge, it is because of a decision we made that did not work out just right. It’s time you empower yourself to stand up and say, “This situation sucks, but I’m taking charge. I’m going to MAKE my success. I’m going to MAKE myself happy.”

Face the challenges head on. Face your fears. If you do, you will see such massive growth in yourself that it will radiate to all other areas of your life, because you will have learned a great lesson. Even though we cannot control what happens in our day to day lives, we CAN control how we handle the situation. We can empower ourselves to MAKE our own “luck” by hard work and dedication. We can empower ourselves to MAKE to change if we don’t like where our life is headed right now. No one gets a free lunch in this world. No one got where they were by just being “lucky”. Once you realize that you’re not a victim just because you weren’t one of the “lucky” ones, you will rise above.

Having the right mindset will get you far. If you take the bull by the horns, run with the situation and make the best of it, success will come your way. Instead of moping about not having a job, go out there every single day and make it happen. Call up every company that turned you away and sell them on why they need you. Don’t take no for an answer, and don’t stop there. Remember that job that you wanted so bad, but thought you could never get because it was out of your league? Apply to it! Envision yourself getting that job, and depositing that first paycheck. Empower yourself to believe that you can make a change, and maybe, just maybe, YOU can empower people to change.

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Let’s face the facts folks. The job market right now is highly competitive. Once upon a time there may have been only 20 people competing for the same job as you. Now, with the economy the way it is, you can multiply that number by 10, if not more. Think about that…quite possibly there are 10, 20, maybe even 30 people competing for the same job as you. Here’s where people start to become disheartened, but…I’ll tell you a trick that can put you in the forefront of the job race. That secret, that key to your success, is…MINDSET! Mindset and taking stock of yourself can set you apart from the others.

Some people are not familiar with the term mindset and may not know what we mean by that. Mindset is the belief in yourself and your massive potential. You have to reboot your system, and wash away all the propaganda that has been fed to us since birth. Stop thinking about what you are unable to do, or what you don’t have the degree for, or that you don’t have the right college on your resume. Unleash the concept, and truly believe in the fact that every single person has unique skills and assets to offer any company. Take stock of yourself and understand what your goals are, what would be the ultimate job for you, and how you can go about achieving that job RIGHT NOW.

A useful tip might be to write down on a whiteboard, or even in a journal you might keep, what really drives you. You have to understand yourself enough to know what really drives you, or it will come across in an interview, in your resume, or ultimately land you a job that you are not happy with. Take a personality test. Some may think that is an old-school tactic, but 89 of the Fortune 100 companies rely on the Meyers-Briggs Type Indicator to assess each of their candidates, and it has proven to land them the perfect employees time and time again. That shows that these methods are proven, and if they can help employers find employees, then they can certainly help you figure out what job suits you the best.

Once you have taken stock of yourself, and have put yourself in the right mindset to believe that you can truly accomplish every goal you set out for yourself, you will appear more confident in your job search. Your personality and your abilities will shine, and your competitors will appear to be an average candidate…number 256 out of 300, but the interviewer will remember YOU, they will remember your name and the fact that you vocalized that you always wanted to be a chef, a buyer, or a CEO of a technology company. Your passion and conviction will set you apart from the others, and your resume will become merely a list of attributes that is referred back to every now and then.

We’ve all been watching the news.  We know what it’s like to watch the big boys get bailed out and still get nice salaries, while the little guy gets laid off.  We sit there, frustrated, demanding answers.  We’re all in the same boat, and we’re tired of the corporate structures that have led to our demise.  But, when you’re searchingfor a job, are you now at the mercy of these corporations to take you in?  Absolutely not!

Many companies are much more forward-thinking and understand that there is a reason why these antiquated business models failed.  Companies like Google are opening up their structure to be more democratic rather than a regime.  What does that mean?  That means these companies believe in the fact that individual employees have an equal say in how the business is run.  The decisions and input are no longer exclusive to just a select group of 2-5 executives.  So how do you find these companies?

Keep a look out for companies that embrace an open atmosphere.  When you walk into the office, does the structure turn you off?  Or do they have open desks and cubes, soda machines, video games, etc.?  Remember, you’re potentially going to be working in this environment every day, so make sure it’s an environment that you’re comfortable with.  Companies that promote employee understanding generally know that the understanding must be present in every aspect of their work, including their environment.

Do research on the company.  These days most, if not all, companies have reviews and profiles that can be found online.  Check with your contacts, and see if you have someone who can give you an insider’s eye as to what it’s like to work there.  A good mindset to follow is that not only is the company interviewing you, but you’re also interviewing the company.  Don’t settle, always strive for what you think you deserve.

When you’re interviewing with the company, be sure to come with a list of questions.  Don’t be afraid to ask them about their structure and policies.  Ask them directly how they feel employees fit in within their organization and whether you will have a voice.  Inquire what the company’s goals are and how they act as an ethical business.

Remember, even though times are tough, it does not mean that this isn’t a time to negotiate or find the job that is meant for you.  Don’t sacrifice you’re overall well-being, health, and aspirations because of a job opening.  One can even argue that the times are ripe for thinking and acting out-of-the-box.  It tends to make you stand out above the rest, and in these times, when the unemployment rate keeps skyrocketing higher and higher, being an individual in a group sounds good to me.

There are so many different tactics to finding a job. Job Hunting can be the tedious and disheartening task you set out for yourself, especially in this market. With the jobless numbers at a all time high and many large corporations continuing to let people go. It can get to the point where you get so frustrated that you want to give up or you figure, “What’s the point?” The trick to job hunting in today’s market is to be versatile.

Don’t follow the same stale standards that everyone’s been doing for centuries. Odds are the people who preach these concepts are the one that got us in this situation in the first place! Branch out and try new tactics that have proven extremely useful for numerous candidates, and learn how to utilize all of your time looking for a job rather than sending out resumes for an hour and moving on to other things. Check out these 10 Hot Tips for Job Hunting in Today’s Market:

1) Read trade magazines – Reading trade magazines will keep you up-to-date on the latest information and trends in your industry. Many of these trade magazines even post current job openings. Keep yourself in the game by being knowledgeable and also find out who’s currently hiring.

2) Take a class – It may sounds strange, but taking a class, even if it’s not related to your job, can help you job hunt. If you’re taking a class that deals with your typical field, you’ll be just as up-to-date, if not more, than everyone else in the field, and you can beef up your resume. If you take a class that’s not related, it’s perfect to use as a jumping off point for networking or it might open your eyes up to another field you’ve been wanting to explore.

3) Get online – While you’re spending all that time sending out your resumes and searching job posting boards, why finish there? Don’t turn the computer off yet, when you haven’t even begun to start. Have somewhere to point people to if they read your resume or just get out and network. Sign up for LinkedIn, Naymz, and facebook…but beware! Don’t put up content that you don’t want to be seen.

4) Get a hobby – Hobbies are great for exploring other areas of interest. Maybe you’ll find that you
like working on cars, and you decide to become a mechanic. It’s also a great stress reliever.

5) Volunteer – Volunteering not only helps with networking, but it also helps you feel productive and useful.

6) Build A List Of Companies – Instead of seeing what’s out there and what’s open, start building a wish list of companies you’d like to work for. Check to see if you have any contacts for these companies, and ask them what it’s like to work there.

7) Go To Group Meetings – Not only can being around those who are in your industry be uplifting mentally, but you can also meet new people who are currently working in your industry and promote networking.

Networking, Networking, Networking – Did we say networking? The most effective tool for job hunting is networking. Keep up with all of your contacts, and don’t just harass them about job openings. Ask them how they’re doing or have a barbecue. No one likes a pest that’s looking just to take, take, take.

9) Contact recruiters – Don’t just wait for someone to contact you. Call up recruiters and start building relationships. Make sure they know your name and what you’re capable of. Put yourself in front of them, and find out what they have going on.

10) Take a break and do something different – Even though you may feel like you’re slacking, sometimes it’s good for the mind to take a little break…BUT…that doesn’t mean that we aren’t thinking about job hunts the whole time! How is that? While you’re doing the most random things, you may find that something you never thought of before motivates you and moves you. That “something” may be you next profession.

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When momentum is on your side, use it to your advantage. When you’re going strong, keep going and become even stronger.

Don’t let the success you have made with finding a job stop you from continuing to succeed. Before the goal is accomplished, have another goal ready and waiting to take its place. Continue to keep pushing yourself with goals and never stop with reaching for the top. Each accomplishment opens the door to many more opportunities. Each success paves the way for even greater success.

When you have found a job that creates a synergistic relationship for you, celebrate the victory. You’ve firmly established a positive pattern, so keep it going and improve upon it. The value you’ve just created can now be put to productive use. Just imagine what is now possible. Keep the momentum going, and there’s no limit to what you can achieve.