What to do when unemployment hits you and you want a better life than you have?
When we hear about other people losing their jobs; it’s different when it happens to you. The ability to earn money to provide for your family is gone – at least for a little while. And so is part of your self esteem and identity.
Yesterday you could describe yourself by what you did for a living. But today you're... unemployed. The purpose of life is not the same any longer. But remember that you're not alone. Not only are millions of other people going through the same thing, you're not alone because God loves you and has a plan for your life. He knows your pain and He wants to and will comfort you.
Some encouraging words that you can count on are that You can and will get through this difficult time. Stay positive and confident. And if you don't yet have a personal relationship with God, now is the time to reach out to Him. The Bible says, “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.
”There are a lot of different reasons why someone may not be working. Each of you have your own story to tell. Yet, there is hope for you if you are looking for work but not have found anything yet. A good way to find work is to make a reasonable plan and just start trying. Let your family, friends, and others know that you are looking for work. Let them know what you can do or would like to do. Be open for all possibilities-- and do some brain storming-- but first pray about it. God knows your heart and what you need.
Don't allow negative thinking to get into your head, but rather be confident that there is a job out there for you (if you are willing to work) and just go search for it. It might not be easy, but it can be done with God's help! Do not allow yourself to be discouraged if something does not come by right away.
There are three words that you continue to keep in mind and do; Ask Seek Knock...I encourage you to keep trying. Doing some volunteer work in the mean time is a good idea to keep your mind focused helping someone else while pursuing employment will be a benefit and encouragement to both the person you are helping and also yourself, while you are searching for your new job and a better life. We have a lot of encouraging books and Christian books available to help you with your spiritual life while you are going through a rebuilding time in your life now.
For I know the plans I have for you, Declares the Lord,
Plans to prosper you and not to harm you.
plans to give you hope for the future.
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Job Seeker Essentials #1
In your job search, it is important for you to know what kind of career opportunity you want. However, it is just as essential that you target what the employer wants in a potential employee. Remember that you can portray these qualities both in your resume and in your interview. Here are the first few ideas:
* Ability
Before an employer will invest a lot of time in a candidate, they first want to determine if the candidate can even do the job. Hiring managers often receive resumes from unqualified candidates, so they first establish a candidate's skill level based on their resume. Demonstrate your personal skill level by emphasizing your accomplishments, especially those related to the position.
* Initiative
We've all heard the phrase "think outside the box." Employers are looking for candidates who think outside the box. Show that you are capable of taking initiative by explaining specific instances where you identified a need or problem, developed a plan, and carried it out to produce a solution.
* Leadership
Leadership skills are not reserved only for management. No matter what level you are at in your career, you can be a leader. Explain a time when you took charge by identifying a cost-cutting strategy or finding a way to increase productivity.
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Matthew 7:7
"Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you.
Pastor Jill Briscoe reminds us who we are made to work for.
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"EMPLOYMENT"
"God has a plan for everyone's life"
While looking for employment we need to keep in mind to never lose our sense of humor
1. My first job years ago was working in an Orange Juice company, but I got canned. I couldn't concentrate.
2. Then I worked as a Lumberjack, but just couldn't hack it, so they gave me the axe.
3. After that, I gave it my best being a Tailor, but wasn't suited for it -- mainly because it was a sew-sew job.
4. Next, I decided to work in a Muffler Factory, but that was too exhausting.
5. Then, tried being a Cook - figured it would add a little spice to my life, but just didn't have the thyme.
6. Next, I applied to be a Deli Worker, but any way I sliced it.... couldn't cut the mustard.
7. My best job I ever had was a Musician, but eventually found I wasn't noteworthy.
8. I studied a real long time to become a Doctor, but didn't have any patience.
9. Next, I tried a job in a Shoe Factory. Tried hard but just didn't fit in.
10. I attempted to be a Professional Fisherman, but discovered I couldn't live on my net income.
11. Later I managed to get a good job working for a Pool Maintenance Company, but the work was just too draining.
12. So then I got a job at a YMCA, but they said I wasn't fit for the job..
13. After a long time trying to find steady work, I finally got a job as a Historian - until I realized there was no future in it.
14. My last job was working in Starbucks, but had to quit because it was the same old grind.
I hope these one liners help to put the job hunt into perspective. God has a plan for our life and our job is to find out what it is!
Some reasons why people do volunteer work:
- It brings people together. You get to meet new people and make new friends.
- It promotes self-growth. You can use your skills and learn new skills.
- It strengthens the community and breaks down barriers of fear and misunderstanding
- It makes a difference. Volunteering makes you feel appreciated and needed.
- It provides an opportunity to give back what has been given to you.
- It is helpful on a resume for future employment.
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12 Simple Secrets to Finding Fulfillment at Work will definitly encourage and motivate even the most unhappy worker to recover the excitement and satisfaction of eager employment. You will find the encouraging words in this book help you find the purpose of life and hope for the future.
It will challenge the jaded bread-winner to discover the real passion and fulfillment of working no matter what work they do on a construction line or sit in a cubicle all day.
Everyone wants a better life and has to work. But how you approach your work can make the difference between a day that drags on and one that flies by.
In 12 Simple Secrets to Finding Fulfillment at Work, you'll discover new hope finding true joy in what you do for a living, even if you feel some what trapped in an unfulfilling job.
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