Lesson Learned—Be Open to Change!

• When looking for a job, especially in economically challenging times, it helps to be open to change. Perhaps, you will have to do something else, somewhere else, at least for a while in order to survive. You may also be pleasantly surprised where an opportunity may lead you, equally in terms of what kind of work you do, where you do it and whom you meet.

• By being open to change, I found myself investigating many different career opportunities in various locations—so my chances of finding a job increased significantly. It was only by fate that I eventually found a job in my own field and in my own back yard.

• Although you may envision a career as a straight path, it is sometimes necessary and can even be beneficial to take a detour. In a world that is changing faster than a chameleon changes color—and where company and worker loyalty is a thing of the past—it is best not to limit yourself to your own perception of what you think you do—or to limit yourself to other people’s perceptions of what you have already done. You may want to focus on your chosen field, familiar role, core or most recent experience, but you should also consider other possibilities and figure out how you can transfer your skills to a new role.

• When you are unemployed—and even when you are employed—it is worth considering each and every job opportunity. You never know what you may learn, whom you may meet or which door may lead to your ultimate success.

• When searching for a job, you have to be open to change of career, location and people. It is a great time to explore other possibilities, such as starting your own business. At least, ask yourself if you are really satisfied with your job? What is your fantasy job? Is there something else you would rather be doing or that you could possibly do? Is there somewhere else you would rather be living or that you could possibly live?

• Being open to change is not only about being prepared and willing to change your career or move to a new location for the sake of employment, but it also means adjusting to a changing world, being able to adapt the way you live to new circumstances and letting new people into your life.

• When looking for a job, especially during an economic downturn, you have to be patient. It takes time to find leads and follow up on leads. It takes time to arrange interviews and takes time to get answers. It can take a lot longer than you planned to find a job.

• I know it’s difficult to be patient when you are standing in the cold rain without an umbrella. I’ve been there. You have to keep in mind that the storm will pass and the sun will come out tomorrow—or even more importantly—that the sun is always shining above the clouds.

• Don’t take non-responsiveness or rejection personally. Be patient, be persistent and be professional!

Comments

[rubyoxy]

We can only say and do so much. But changes can only be truly effective if one has that sense of taking ownership and responsibility.

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[Nicole Kafka]

Excellent! Couldn't agree more. It is vital to be open to new opportunities. Even when employed, it is best to remain open to additional streams of income. Multiple sources are required for maximal income and security. Consider things outside your comfort zone, such as starting your own business from home, using existing skills. You can do this and minimize overhead and start-up costs by aligning yourself with an existing company, through network marketing. There are solid companies in all kinds of areas, such as health, numismatics, oil, greeting cards, and others. The economy is changing - change with it.