Category Archives: survivng unemployment

Five Things You Should Know About Networking During the Holidays

Five Things You Should Know About Networking During the Holidays   It’s the best time to be looking for a job.  No, I haven’t lost my mind.  We know that more than 85% of all jobs are obtained through networking.  We also know that this is a highly social season.  Everyone is hosting a party […]

You Can Be Grateful Even If You Are Unemployed

In a few days, we will be sitting down with family and/or friends to celebrate all that we have by giving thanks.  However, if you are unemployed, you are           probably wondering what you have to give thanks for.  Well you do have a lot to be thankful for.  In this […]

Unemployment and the Holidays: Yes they can be compatible.

Believe it or not it is that time again; the time when you start thinking about the holidays ahead.  Or maybe you are trying to put it out of your mind.  But nevertheless they will be here upon you  soon. `seem to increase every year; food, family, gifts and so on.  But how do you […]

Getting Back to Your Life

Recently I polled a number of people in my job search networking support group about what they look forward to doing again when they get a job.  Although the answers varied, they had one thing in common.  People wanted to return the life they had before they were let go from their job. Some of […]

Conquer Interview Anxiety

Do you have test anxiety? I do, and my brother does. My brother will be taking a test soon that has the potential to change his life drastically. He recently found out that in order to keep his job, he needs to pass a crucial test. He has a very comfortable life style. He owns […]