Have you been in the midst of your job search for what feels like centuries? Always getting this close to an offer, only to turn up empty handed again? Well, as difficult as it may feel now, keep your chin up—there’s hope for you yet.
In the meantime, here are 15 articles to help you reframe your outlook, remind yourself that you’re a totally capable candidate, and revitalize your mind and body to get back out there and give it another shot. After all, you couldn’t have gotten this far if you weren’t awesome.
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To start things off, let’s shake things up a bit for your job search. Try out these 10 tricks to take a more creative approach and start standing out more in the application process.
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Considering using a networking app to make sure your info’s well-vetted and making a stellar first impression.
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Not exactly a social media wiz? No problem—you are now. Chances are it could seriously be a game-changer for your prospects, if you play your cards right.
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Perhaps all you need is some motivation to kick yourself back into gear, especially if you feel like giving up.
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Have you considered that you might be shooting yourself in the foot during the application process? Make sure you’re not making any of these five mistakes.
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Ever feel like those rejection emails are a little bit like getting dumped? Maybe it’s not you—it’s your cover letter.
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Try not to let the competition psych you out when you’re interviewing for a new position. Here are three better things to focus your time and energy on instead.
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If you feel like you’ve been bombing some of your interviews lately, the best thing you can do for your candidacy is to try calming your nerves next time.
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Make sure that you asked someone to be your reference the right way—because yeah, there’s a wrong way to do that.
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It’s one thing to have your resume and cover letter perfect and ready-to-rock, but make sure your LinkedIn profile’s also ready for the world (a.k.a., the hiring managers).
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Probably the worst thing about being unemployed is when other people ask you about being unemployed. Don’t worry—we got you covered there, too. Here’s how to answer that question, again, without ripping your hair out.
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On that note, you might as well be prepared for all the other rude and annoying questions people like to ask about your very sensitive career situation.
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There’s a good chance that you’ve been working so long that you’ve forgotten some of the basics—it can never hurt to brush up a little!
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Also, if your parents are trying to help you out with an opening where they work, think twice before automatically turning it down.
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And remember, if you’re feeling particularly down and hopeless on some days, that’s OK. There are plenty of ways to stay strong and make it through.