Whether you had to deal with an unexpected job loss, or you decided to resign from your job to consider a career change, it’s important to spend your time wisely while on the search for a better job.
Here are six productive things you should do before the next big offer comes:
Consider Freelance Work
You’ve got the skills and you’ve got the time, so why not? Whether you are a writer, digital marketing specialist, product manager, software developer or graphic designer, there is a truckload of opportunities online for you to take. Thanks to platforms such as Upwork and Freelancer, amongst others, you can get connected with individuals looking to hire freelancers to do great work.
Pick Up Healthy Habits
Unemployment can be draining and demotivating, but some healthy habits can help you stay afloat. You can prioritize exercise, eat healthy meals, set reading goals, spend time with loved ones and more. The key is to find something healthy that lifts your spirits and gives you a sense of purpose every day, while you await that big job offer.
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Prioritize Learning
Learning has become more accessible, thanks to digital applications and the internet. Now is a great time to learn as much as you can, so that you can improve your skills and improve your employability levels, making you more attractive to prospective employers. You surely do not want to lose touch with the latest trends and skillsets that are deemed valuable in your industry.
Manage Your Money
While you might still have some savings from your previous job(s), it is essential to ensure that you do not blow it all. You might be tempted to do so because you are confident that you will land a new job soon, or indulge in excessive purchases to help you feel better about your current situation.
Identify your essential and fixed costs, and prioritize them in your budget, eschewing unnecessary expenses. This will help you ensure that you do not run into debt or go broke.
Connect With Your Contacts
Your next job could come from your network of friends, family and former colleagues. Reach out to them politely and inform them of your desire to get a new job. You might feel ashamed to inform others of your unemployment, but remember that it is only a phase.
Review and Revamp Your Resume´ As Often As Possible
Your resume is an essential part of your job search, so you must ensure that it is updated and optimized for success, as often as possible.
- Ensure that the details of your previous employment are well represented in your resume´.
- As you learn new skills, ensure that you highlight them in your resume.
- If you are undertaking some freelance work during this period, include them in the ‘Work Experience’ column of your resume as well, highlighting your duties and achievements.
- Are you doing some volunteer work? Include it, as well.
Ensure that your resume´ is as attractive as possible and is detailed and cohesive enough to represent you appropriately. Also, review your resume´ as often as possible, to fix any loopholes and include any essential information you might have excluded.
Create A Routine
With so much time on your hands and less work to do, you might find that your days are lacking more structure, causing you to feel unorganized and rudderless. This is why it is vital to create a routine- one that helps you manage your time and improve your productivity. A simple routine can help you ensure that you complete tasks such as sending cold emails, applying for job roles or finishing an online course when you need to, and allow you to track your progress on your own.
Keep Your Head Up
This is a transition period for you, and let’s face it- it can be tough. There are days where you might find yourself feeling hopeless, uninspired and completely demotivated. When you feel like this, do some exercise, listen to music, reflect on your accomplishments y and most importantly, speak up and reach out to people who motivate you and make you feel better. Activities like these will boost your confidence and give you that extra push you need.
Are you currently awaiting that big job offer? How are you spending the time? Share your experience and tips with us, if you are comfortable doing so!
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