Rising Above Job Loss
Several years ago, when a friend lost her job, it seemed as if she were on a roller coaster–up one day, diligently scanning every job board for a possible opening, and down the next, too depressed to do anything but watch TV. It was painful to watch.
If you’ve lost your job, you may be on that same roller coaster. You are not alone. “Over the last few years, millions of people have found themselves involuntarily out of work—too often through no fault of their own. This year, many will again. But whether the reason you lost your job has everything to do with your perceived performance, or absolutely nothing, it’s how you respond in the wake of it that will set you apart from others when it comes to finding a new job. When it comes to a successful job hunt, attitude is everything.”
Continue reading for 7 wise tips that will lift your spirits and increase your effectiveness as you hunt for a new job.
Be prepared for your next interview by practicing confident body language.
Article originally published on forbes.com by Margie Warrell.