You must read between the lines
Yes, we all know there is a recession about and we are aware of the job losses. We read about it everywhere. However, if we fall into the trap of believing that there is no hope of getting a job because of all the negativity in the news then we are making it easy for others to find a job.
Change your focus. Stop being a Job Seeker and become a Job Hunter. Whats the difference? Well thats easy. A Job Seeker is someone who takes a cursory look at what’s available and makes token applications just to keep the Job Centre staff happy. However, a Job Hunter is a totally different breed altogether. They take positive action and look in places often overlooked by the Job Seekers.
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