Taking the summer off with the promise that you'll get back into the groove of job hunting when the "kids go back to school" would be very easy. After all, the temptations are there - warm, lazy, casual days, when the shoes of choice are "flip flops."
But you must fight the temptation! This is not the time to give up on your job search, at least not all the way.
Here are five ways to get through your job search this summer and still enjoy some sun and fun - guilt free.
1. Start earlier. The sun rises earlier and those morning hours are much cooler than at high noon. Try a natural alarm clock by leaving your blinds open and rise when the sun starts streaming through the window.
2. Set a schedule and stick to it. Set aside a certain number of hours each day for your job search. Once you're done you can hit the beach guilt free!
3. Take advantage of networking opportunities. The summer means more time outdoors and going to new places. Be sure and make contacts whenever and wherever possible. The best networking is often done in the least expected places.
4. Work in the cool of the evening. Some people work best in the evening. If you're one of these people it is best for you to work when you are your most creative. Play during the day and set work time for evening.
5. Sometimes it pays to let go. When you decide to enjoy a summer picnic or an all-day outing, let go of your job search and enjoy yourself. There's nothing wrong with giving yourself a vacation day from your "job" of job search.
Although job hunting is certainly a key goal for anyone who has been out of work, it is also a good idea to take time "to smell the ocean" once in a while. You'll find yourself refreshed and more energized if you take time to enjoy family and friends. As the slogan goes, "You deserve a break today!"
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