When you no longer feel passionate about the job you’re doing, while you have sent many application letters to several companies without succeed, don’t give up. Just give yourself a break from all those routines and start to think again about your goals. Perhaps there are certain things need to be fixed or rearranged.
So, here are some tips for you to do during ‘the break’:
Practice an interview
Use your time to learn how to answer several interview questions in a good way and in a good manner. First of all you will need to learn how to introduce yourself to the interviewer and how to express what you are looking for in the job you are applying. Ask help from someone you knew well, someone who can tell you what you are lacking off. Practicing your own ability in facing interviews will keep you motivated, and help you finding the right answer to certain questions which might seem tricky in every interview. Learn how to sell your skills without doubt, and give your interviewers a hint that you are actually worth the job by showing you passion and enthusiasm.
Think again about what you actually want to do
Use your time to evaluate yourself, re-formulate your goals and rearrange your plans for the future. What you actually have in mind about your life within 10 years from now, whether you like or dislike the way you live, or if there are things to change. These things will certainly make impacts to your fate. You will soon feel powerful and confident.
Expand your network
Build relationships with people around you especially with those who are working in the field you are interested in. Attend certain events where you can represent yourself so people may acknowledge you and your skills.
Find your own balance by taking a break
Take time to relax and do other activities that might please you, such as doing you hobbies, gathering with relatives or friends, travelling, or practicing healthy lifestyle by watching what you eat and doing exercises.
Give yourself balance between works and relax. As job hunting will certainly tire you out, you will need to gather more energy for your next steps. Forget about routine and try to do something different. Try to get involved in a project which is not related to what you do. It doesn’t have to be a big and complicated project, just make sure you can handle everything and have it accomplished in time.
Positive affirmation
Make a journal about everything you have done in order to get a chance of being interviewed for a job. Don’t forget to add certain affirmative statements. Encourage yourself by saying that you believe you will get your dream job. This will make you think positively while looking for a new career.
