Looking for a job for months with no results? You are not alone. Not only newcomers go through this.

Follow these tips to renew your strength:

Stop and review

1. Evaluate:
• If you don’t get interviews:

• Improve your resume. Read 5 tips to tailor and update your resume.
• Check the type of jobs you are applying to. Did you get the job title correctly?
• If you get interviewed but no call back: Improve your interview skills.
• Read: Nervous about your English? Tips to help you express yourself well in an interview.
• Practice: The most common interview questions you should prepare for.

• Other mistakes:
• Not following up on your application.
• Having no digital presence.
• Read: 3 ways a good digital presence can get you a job.
• Ask for feedback
• Ask others to read your resume. Note what they say.
• Call or email the company you applied to. Ask for feedback.

• This is normally done in Canada. Don’t be afraid to ask.
• Ask how you can improve.

Relax

1. Take time to relax.
2. Exercise, meditate, or walk in the park. Do something that makes you happy.
3. Don’t think negative thoughts.
4. Get your energy back. You will need it when you apply again.

Don’t take it personally

1. There are many factors that go into getting a job:
• the current demand
• the state of the economy
• your timing
• corporate processes
2. Not getting the job does not necessarily mean that you are not qualified.
3. You are just starting to learn about this new job market. Give yourself time.

Do a strategic job search

1. Use other ways to get job opportunities.
2. Don’t stick to online searches only.
3. Learn about networking and informational interviews.
4. Read: Surefire ways of finding a job in Manitoba to learn more ways.

Get help

Free employment support services for newcomers to Manitoba:

• Manitoba Start – has skills workshops, job coaching and job matching services.
• Success Skills Centre – has workshops, job coaching and counselling, the Connector Program (networking).
• Manitoba Jobs and Skills Development Centres – has training and employment services.
• Immigrant Serving Organizations – has language training, computer literacy, and other skills trainings.
• English Online’s Career e-mentor program – connects you to a professional in your field. Your e-mentor can help you be job-ready.