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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
- Evaluate:
- If you don’t get interviews:
- If you get interviewed but no call back: Improve your interview skills.
- Other mistakes:
- 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
- Take time to relax.
- Exercise, meditate, or walk in the park. Do something that makes you happy.
- Don’t think negative thoughts.
- Get your energy back. You will need it when you apply again.
Don’t take it personally
- There are many factors that go into getting a job:
- the current demand
- the state of the economy
- your timing
- corporate processes
- Not getting the job does not necessarily mean that you are not qualified.
- You are just starting to learn about this new job market. Give yourself time.
Do a strategic job search
- Use other ways to get job opportunities.
- Don’t stick to online searches only.
- Learn about networking and informational interviews.
- Read: Surefire ways of finding a job in Manitoba to learn more ways.
Get help
Free employment support services for newcomers to Manitoba:
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