5 Things You Shouldn’t Have to Deal With in Your Job Search—But Probably Are

Job searching is not an easy feat. All the research and preparation, crafting an impactful resume, and nailing several rounds of interviews, all take energy, patience, and determination. But unfortunately, the modern day job search experience is riddled with many obstacles that—if you aren’t prepared for them—can shake your confidence or make you question the entire process. Here are the five most common of these frustrations, along with explanations that may help you understand what is happening behind the scenes. For each, I’ve also added ways to manage them and keep your spirits high.

Mastering Job Interview Questions (Plus a Free Cheat Sheet)

The key to 𝗻𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗷𝗼𝗯 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄 𝘀𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹𝘆 is preparation. Learn how to do it in this article, and get your free 𝗷𝗼𝗯 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄 𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗲𝘁, which will guide you on how to effectively answer the five most critical interview questions.

What to Do If Your Mind Goes Blank in a Job Interview

You come to the interview fully prepared, feel confident, start well… and suddenly, you get a 𝗯𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗼𝘂𝘁. Your head feels empty, cold sweat breaks out on your forehead, and panic sets in. Learn how to 𝘀𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀 in my newsletter article!