How to Build Confidence While You Job Search
A lot of people tell me that they want to wait to start their job search until they are clear and confident about what they want to do.
In my experience, building clarity and confidence can – and should – be an ongoing part of the job search process – not a box we check off before we begin.
Start with proper self-reflection + assessment
If you’re a client or you’ve attended any workshop or webinar that we’ve done, like, ever, you know that this is a pillar of our process.
The bottom line is this – if you want to get clear and confident communicating your value, you have to take stock of what you’ve done and how you’ve contributed previously. Get back in touch with the goals you’ve had previously and consider how you’ve achieved them and what you want next.
If you need help with this part of the process, our free Make Your Move Workbook & Guide will definitely help get you started.
Set learning goals
A job search doesn’t just require networking and applying – it can also include learning. If your search reveals, for example, software or skill that you don’t yet have, don’t panic. There are likely opportunities to learn a bit more online through YouTube or LinkedIn – or even the possibility of in-person workshops.
Having some level of familiarity or exposure can be helpful and is absolutely more valuable than having none at all – plus it demonstrates that your self motivated!
Master the Job search basics
Not sure if your resume is cutting? Feeling like you *should* network but no idea how to get started without feeling awkward or pushy?
Learning how to launch a job search that honors your goals, interests, and values is confidence-building because even if you have no idea what to do right now – you can learn what works.
This is what we teach our clients, including participants in our Work Wonders & Co. community. We offer a self-assessment and roadmap with skill-building (and confidence) building exercises, templates, and support so you can build your career toolbox and manage career transitions like a pro.
And finally, #4 – don’t forget to walk away from anything that doesn’t feel like such a good fit.
Even my clients who are looking and waiting for an offer that feels great get a big boost of confidence when they walk away from an interview or offer that they know is not.
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