Career Advice

Top 5 Ways To Stay Positive This Week

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Having trouble staying positive this week? We all have those weeks at work that seem to never end and nothing goes our way…
How can you turn that frown upside down & go from having a bad week to a GREAT week?!
Try one or ALL of these 5 Ways to Stay Positive and soon you’ll be spreading positive vibes to your co-workers, friends, and family!
  1. Go for a walk! Depending on your work schedule try and go for a peaceful walk (before work, at lunch, or after work) where you can enjoy your surroundings and listen to the world happening around you. This is a great way to get some positive endorphins pumping and take time for yourself.
  2. Listen to an uplifting, educational or motivating podcast. When I’m overwhelmed at work or need someone else’s positivity to rub off on me…I’ll listen to a podcast by Smart Passive Income or Hidden Brain (NPR). Find a podcast or audio book that works for you. It’s a great way to learn something new and get inspired!
  3. Turn up the volume! Sometimes a walk, podcast or book won’t cut it. We all have days where the only thing that will lift our spirits is blaring our favorite song or bands album while we’re on our way to work (or at our home office). I’m a huge fan of Spotify’s and their compilation playlists life…”Your Daily Mix” and “Release Radar.” They’re a sure-fire way to get you pumped and feeling positive!!
  4. Call A friend. Do you have a friend that is your “hype girl” or “hype guy”?! Maybe it’s a friend, sibling, parent, etc…Give them a call! Why not give someone the opportunity to make your day? Then, you can pass along the favor to someone at your office. Pay it forward!
  5. Treat yo’self! You deserve it. We all work hard and sometimes we just need to take a minute, slow down and remember to take time and enjoy life. Find a positive jolt in a fancy coffee, dessert or dinner. I usually treat myself to a cappuccino from my favorite French cafe in town.
No matter how bad your week is I guarantee doing one or all of these things will change your mood and perspective on the week. I hope that this inspires you to be positive and to spread happiness to others. Our jobs, job searches, and lives are full of positive and negative experiences. Let’s dwell on the “positive” and learn from the “negative.”
Wishing you all an amazing week!
– C.C.Coach
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Career Advice, Interviews, Job Search

Don’t Fear Failure

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Interview not go so well?…
Our failures can lead to our greatest triumphs and revelations! As long as we don’t bury ourselves in defeat…
STUDY your losses and ask yourself…
“Why do I think the interview went poorly?”
“Did I answer all of their questions thoughtfully and thoroughly?”
“Were there specific questions that they asked me that caught me off guard?”
“Did I articulate my skills confidently and concisely?”
“Overall, what did I learn and how can I apply it to my next interview?”
Even when you think you “crushed it” there are always opportunities to hone your skills. After you’ve reviewed these questions and reflected on your interview it’s important to move on and use what you’ve learned to help you in your next interview. Focus on the solution.
My most recent job search showed me that each interview is an opportunity to improve and prepare for the next one. Throughout the process, I learned more about my strengths, weaknesses, and preferences. I was able to take a good hard look at my job search. I developed a clearer understanding of my non-negotiable’s and what was REALLY important to me. It enabled me to focus and ultimately find a job that aligned with my personal and professional goals. 
If you feel it’s appropriate, you can send an email to the interviewer asking for feedback. This is a great opportunity for you to end things on a positive note and get direct feedback! Don’t be discouraged if you can’t or don’t get feedback from the interviewer – you have all the tools to figure out ways to make your next interview a success.
Don’t Fear Failure! Use it to your advantage. 
“Every time I lose, it takes a really long time for me to lose again because I learn so much from it” – (TED Talk) Serena Williams 
Good luck on your interviews this week!
– C.C. Coach
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