Job seekers who are currently unemployed need career guidance to address issues only they experience due to their unique situation. I recently asked a client I am currently assisting to complete a brief survey about his job search concerns. He was asked to list three answers for each question.
Of special note, one of my clients wrote, "I feel there should be a websites for mature adults who have worked all their lives. Give us a chance." Very moving....There was no way I could turn my back on this request and created www.jobsearchfortherestofus.com. On this website, you will find articles of interest to the unemployed. Here you will find job search, resources, coping ideas, and other articles to help move you forward and put the work loss behind you.
Here is what I asked my current clients – How would you answer?
What do you miss about working?
What are some of your biggest job search obstacles?
What are your biggest job search fears?
Most of the answers were along the lines of what I expected to hear - I have been counseling the unemployed for a long time... I want to assure you that you are not alone and what you are feeling is entirely normal!
Here are some of the answers I got to my brief survey:
What do you miss about working?
Being out in public and seeing people
Filling up my day with different activities
Earning money, having freedom, and independence
Having something to look forward to
Doing something I'm good at
What are some of your biggest job search obstacles?
Use of my injured body part
Memory and concentration
Lack of skills
Finding a job in a new field or industry
Age
What are your biggest job search fears?
Not being able to do the job
Interviewing
Not being able to make enough money
Not being hired
Learning new skills
I'd love to hear from you! Comment below....
Mary Sherwood, MS, CDMS, CCM
lifeworks@mail.com
Professional, Rehab, & Occupational Services, LLC
http://www.life-works.info
http://www.injuredworkerhelpdesk.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/marysevinsky
Landline 302.644.1827 | Mobile: 410.444.1989 | Skype Mary E. Sherwood
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