By Shea Ki![]() After your job interview, it is common to start picking apart how you answered the questions and where you think you messed up. Getting your mind off of listening for a call back or a message from the employer can also be a challenge. The next steps you choose can lead to a stronger interview next time or instead keep you stuck. It can be tempting to give up on trying to interview for your first job or for a better position. Many find themselves blaming others, cursing the economy, or believing they are not good enough for more. Resist those urges to give up on your dreams. Do not give in to the false idea that you have to work in a job that kills your spark. ![]() The more you can see where you need to improve without beating yourself up, the faster that first or bigger paycheck will be in your bank account. Use a combination of at least two of these stress reducers to keep your mindset and your future success on track.
You deserve more. It is possible to be in a work place you care about and that cares about you. Most of all, believe in you. Your turn: Tons of research notes that in America most of the workforce is experiencing an unhealthy level of pressure in their job and do not have much work-life balance. What tips do you have to help others move towards a healthier work situation?
Tamara
2/22/2016 10:17:17 am
I am so glad I got out of a work place that did not feel right to me. I get why people sometimes stay in a bad place--bills, status, "suppose to's". I can only speak for me and say I'm glad to get up for work now. It isn't my dream job yet, but it's closer.
Shea Ki
2/27/2016 11:50:06 am
Cartwheels!!! So happy for you, Tamara!✨
Alexi
2/22/2016 10:27:24 am
My job is what it is right now. I get by knowing I am taking steps to move to something better soon. Big ups for the info here
Vander
2/22/2016 11:41:49 am
Ha! I get a pukey feeling not just after but before the job interview, too.
Shea Ki
2/27/2016 11:54:23 am
Alexi- yes, keep exploring what action steps you can take each day to get to your next best step. Keep me updated!
Dex
2/22/2016 09:51:31 pm
Stay focused on how the place you are at can help get you to the next best thing. Even as an intern, if I come in thinking someone owes me or take where I'm at for granted, my day goes downhill. If I walk in with some swagger that I belong here but am also headed to bigger opportunity-BOOM! My day is way better. I'm trying to keep my connections here b/c u never know who might help u get to the next job you want.
Tania
2/26/2016 09:13:13 am
Save some of your paycheck. That way when u switch jobs and there is a gap in between paychecks u won't be crawling back to Momma for cash flow. #wishididthat
Shea Ki
3/1/2016 10:31:56 am
Dex-Keep building up that network! You are right that it will help you move forward soon. That's such a good tip for others. Comments are closed.
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