Getting Your Ducks in a Row

One of the things that is hardest to do when unemployed is getting organized. You have to stop and think about what steps are most important.

• Revise resume(s)
• Check supplies of resume paper/envelopes
• Update listings on:
  • Linked In
  • Naymz
  • Career Builder
  • Monster
• Check your interview clothes and shoes
• Find your briefcase or portfolio
• Make sure shoes are polished
• Make any repairs needed
• Apply for training or school (if appropriate)
• Check to see if the city, county or state have resources
• Contact agencies you have worked with in the past
• Apply for temporary work
• Consider consulting work
• Read books on the job scene and working
• Get a fresh haircut
• Keep other grooming up to date
• Surround yourself with positive thinking

Then you are finally ready to look for work. Spend time on it every day.