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Anxiety While Seeking Work…
I admit it… looking for a job in this economy is going to be tough. But the key thing here is to calm yourself down. And think it through.
And realize that this lousy economy isn’t forever. Eventually, things will get better. In the meantime, you need to take care of business.
What I mean by this is that you should pay attention to your health. Work on your communication skills. Find ways to improve your job skills that will make you more valuable to your potential employer.
So let’s go over these a little more in depth.
Pay attention to your health. This is the PERFECT time to find a diet and stick with it. And create an exercise program that will challenge all your muscle groups. When you lose weight and get in shape, your body will be more alert and you will definitely feel better about yourself. And it will show… to your family, friends and… employers!
Next is communication skills. I recommend Dale Carnegie’s How to Win Friends & Influence People
The next one is a biggie… how to improve your job skills. It is a little tricky because it depends on what type of job you are looking for. But in my opinion, for most office and computer related jobs… learning how to create websites, blogs and other skills can be valuable. Learning some more marketing skills is good too. If you can sell anything you want… you will never lack for a job. But the key thing here is to get all the information free. So instead of wasting your time on facebook, myspace, unrelated forums and espn… try to learn how to make yourself a more valuable employee.
There you have it! I hope I gave you some pointers how to fight off the job search anxiety.
As always, if you find that you need a little extra help to take control of your anxiety attacks, then I definitely recommend that you give Barry Joe McDonagh’s Panic Away program a look.
I’ll talk to you later!
Kate 
Topics: Anxiety Attacks | Tags: Anxiety Attacks | 4 Comments »
March 8th, 2009 at 9:09 am
“Things will eventually get better”.. the question is how long will it take? Getting nervous is also a human nature. You have to provide for yourself to make sure you eventually make it to see a healthy market.
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March 8th, 2009 at 9:36 pm
I know whats this exactly anxiety attack is.I am suffering from it right now.When you get “NO” for several reason for showing some stupid reasons no matter how strong you are mentally you start feeling like a useless and frustrated.About economy i agree this is not forever.But no one can tell us how long this recession is going to stay here.In past there were recession which lasted more than 10 years.I just can hope this wont be like it.
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March 9th, 2009 at 5:21 pm
I think this article is written for the people like me. i have left my valuable job due to lack of my communication skills. i had little bit of fear when i am in new area with new people
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March 10th, 2009 at 5:52 am
This recession has badly affected the economy and i hope it does not stay for a long time.We have to provide ourselves to make it to see a healthy market.
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