April is Stress Awareness Month and is a chance for people to recognise the impact of stress on our day-to-day lives and learn healthy ways of coping with this.
Often, finding a new job is part of this and can be a hugely stressful experience, even before the interview stage!
Deciding to make the leap can be challenging and scary, but when you’re equipped with the right tools, it can ease the pressure.
Take a look at our top tips on coping with stress when going through the application process.
Consider the reasons behind your decision to search for a new role. Is it work/life balance, work culture or a higher salary?
Make sure you’re making the right choice for you. Dedicate time to applying for jobs but remember to take time to relax too.
Create a plan for your job search. Include how long you will spend searching per day, what kind of role you’re looking for, what salary etc. And don’t forget to set aside time to update your CV.
Breaking down the process into smaller, manageable tasks can make it feel less overwhelming.
Remember that it might take a while to find the right opportunity or be successful at interview.
Rejection is a normal part of the job searching process and you shouldn’t let it deter you.
Talk to someone close to you, get in touch with a careers advisor or let a recruiter do the work for you if you need a helping hand with your job search.
There are so many resources available to help you find the right job or if you just want to talk to someone. Take a look at our recommendations below.
Contact our team if you’re struggling with your job search in the East Midlands and Staffordshire. We recruit professionals within the HR, Legal, Finance, Office Support, Marketing and Sales sectors.
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