Finding my way in 2013

I am having the hardest time finding work. I search all of the usual places, but a voice inside of me is saying “Nooooooooooooooo!” I enjoy what I am doing for part-time work now, but sadly it doesn’t pay the bills nor is there room to grow. I am seeing that it is where God wants me to be, but also know that I need to do more. I have been given many gifts that I simply am not using to the fullest extent. The conundrum is do I keep looking for a J O B by sending out countless resumes or focus solely on personal endeavors to build the life I would love. I keep praying for guidance on where to go in life so do I take this inner voice as a sign? Much to think about this New Year. I look forward to the challenge!!

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Comment by Emily Buresh on January 7, 2013 at 7:24pm: Thank you both! What you said means a lot to me. I think I will take this next weekend and just write it out, find a few companies I'd love to work at and take some time to just sit with God. Here's to an amazing 2013!

Comment by Karen Putz on January 3, 2013 at 10:34am: Peter said it well! Just from what you shared, it sure seems like your heart is guiding you, especially in what you wrote, "build the life I would love."

Dan Miller has a five-point guidance plan:

1. State the problem

2. Get advice (which you're doing)

3. List alternatives

4. Choose the best alternative

5. ACT

Here's to an amazing 2013 for you!

Comment by Peter A Ferguson on January 2, 2013 at 8:28pm: Wow, you are in the right place! I've learned so much from Dan. First, sending out resumes is a sure-fire losing strategy as you are competing against dozens - if not hundreds - of others. Find a name (LinkedIn is a great way to start) within the HR department or someone who works for the company and will help out. Send a paper copy of your resume and cover letter in a gift basket, flower arrangement or something creative - I have yet to see this approach fail because everyone likes a gift and will feel obligated to at least give you a call. Also, they realize you are different than the rest of the applicants. Even better, you should find 3-4 companies you want to work for - don't wait for them to post an opening as by then it is too late.

Too little space here to provide you with more guidance, "48 Days to the Work You Love" will be an excellent investment - if you think you are more of an entrepreneur, go for "No More Mondays" as well.

If you are able to make a financial investment, Joel Boggess and Farnoosh Brock (both within this community) are two coaches I have met and would readily recommend. Farnoosh has over a dozen years within Corp America, Joel is a serial entrepreneur.

God wants each of us to be successful. You may just need a fresh perspective on your part-time work to find ways to make it full-time and successful. A great coach can help you accelerate the process.

Good luck and a very Happy New Year!