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There is no doubt in my mind that if you are currently searching for a new job during the age of COVID, staying positive and motivated is going to be one of your biggest challenges. I have already put together a list of motivational quotes<\/a> and a motivational playlist<\/a>. And although these might lift your spirits I also wanted to find some advice from professionals that might help you.<\/p>\n

I came across a great article with 7 pieces of advice to help you stay mentally strong during your job search. I wanted to share it with you in the hopes that you find it beneficial. I am just going to share the 7 tips they give in the article, however, I will also post a link to the article at the end of this post if you are interested in reading the entire post.<\/p>\n

Staying Focused and Mentally Strong in Your Job Search<\/h2>\n

So, how can you maintain your job search, yet stay motivated and positive along the uncertain road ahead? Here are 7 tried and true tips to help you keep a positive mindset as you look for work\u2013 even in the face of difficult setbacks.<\/p>\n

1. Don\u2019t go it alone.<\/h3>\n

Of all the tips mentioned here, this is perhaps the most important. Staying positive requires the support and guidance of others. You need to have people around you who can help you stay accountable and motivated. This support can come from a number of sources, such as friends and peers, online groups and forums, as well as a career counselor, a career coach, or a trusted mentor.<\/p>\n

2. Keep up your daily routine.<\/h3>\n

Developing and sticking to a daily routine can do wonders for your mental endurance and well-being. In fact, daily rituals are known to lower anxiety, increase confidence, and even alleviate grief.<\/p>\n

A meaningful ritual is often a small, repeated behavior, such as getting up at the same time each morning, doing some meditation or exercise, and then eating breakfast. By adding certain \u201crituals\u201d to your job-search efforts, like only checking your email at specific blocks of time and creating the next day\u2019s to-do list the evening before, will help to give your day structure.<\/p>\n

3. Give yourself small, measurable goals.<\/h3>\n

You need to strike a balance between being proactive and not over-doing yourself so much that the apparent lack of progress doesn\u2019t get you down. Create for yourself a daily itinerary that you are committed to sticking to and be realistic about how quickly you\u2019ll get a response from recruiters and hiring teams.<\/p>\n

4. Get to work.<\/h3>\n

If you want to stay positive, then don\u2019t ever sit idle while searching for a job. Take on a side hustle. Do some freelance work to start bringing in a paycheck. Volunteer your services for a project or cause that you care about. Get involved in related industry communities\u2013 online and off.<\/p>\n

Spending time involved in such activities will help you in several ways:<\/p>\n