If you're looking for a new job - be it that you are unemployed or just unhappy at your present employment - make sure you are taking the time to present yourself as the best candidate. This means you must take care of yourself so that you look your best as well.
Plan Your Day
Plan your day to include a balance of time working on finding a job, and time for yourself. Time spent on looking for a job includes searching for work, answering ads, and of course going for interviews. Time for yourself is often where most people tend to scrimp. Time for yourself does not just mean taking a lunch: you also need to exercise your body and your mind.
Exercise Your Body
Ensure you plan for at least 30 minutes of some kind of physical exercise - and yes, walking counts. There's nothing worse that getting up from an interview and you grunt and groan from lack of flexibility. Even better - ensure you get away from the computer at least once an hour or so - stretch those legs, arms, and back.
Exercise Your Mind
Fun time! Doing puzzles will increase your brain power. So will reading, especially if it's not just a "fluff" book, but something that gets you thinking. Yep, a limited amount of video games count in this area. The main idea is that you are NOT just thinking about work.
Don't Stay By Yourself
Plan to spend time with others- not just family, but friends, acquaintances, business contacts, etc. Plan to get together for a lunch; get caught up on the business networks over coffee; try to make yourself available on their time when possible - you never know who might have a contact who knows someone who is looking for a person just like you! Talking with others also helps to keep your verbal skills sharp, and into the regular lingo.
Dress The Part
If you look like a slob, you'll give the impression you're a slob. Yes, you ARE unemployed, but that does not mean you should look it. Ensure you look neat and presentable at ALL times - in case you are called for an impromtu interview at any time. Taking the time on your hygiene, clothes and hair will help you feel better, and you'll make a good impression on others as well as yourself.
By looking your best, and doing the best for yourself - you will be the best - and will find and get that job!
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