A new job is not going to pop up out of the floor. You have to make it happen. To do this, get organized. Make a plan that is not too rigid. Know what you want to do and go for it. So here's a list not in any particular order. 1. Breathe, people go trough employment transitions all the time. You will survive this. 2. Know what you want to do. There is no job titled "anything." Be specific on your resume an applications. 3. Make a good, clean resume. Have more than one for various skill sets you have. 4. Pay attention when doing applications. Incomplete / messy applications = round file (trashcan). 5. Clean up your social media accounts. Look professional / serious. Don't trash-talk previous employers. 6. Have an appropriate email address. 7. Have an appropriate voice mail greeting. 8. Be sure you can get voice mail messages. A full in box is not going to be helpful. 9. Make a schedule. A daily routine will help you stay organized and make the time pass b...
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