Staying Engaged in Job Search It’s not what you think! Cynthia

Staying Engaged in Job Search It’s not what you think! Cynthia Ryk, M.ed Career Strategist & Coach

My Intention today is

Top 7 Reasons for Dis-Engagement 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Working from an old paradigm Dis-illusion, blame, shame or embarrassment Low self-esteem Burned out Attitude (stress) Overwhelm, no direction or strategy FEAR

What’s Holding You Back? RED YELLOW GREEN BROWN BLUE

Why Me? Why This? Why Now? Ruler Thinking Order is separate from chaos Incremental Progress The promise of success & happiness are a result of meeting goals & predictable steps throughout life

An Evolutionary Shift Slinky Thinking Chaos & change are the order. Continuous reprioritization & renewal And adventure into the unknown with the promise of learning in the highs and lows

Ruler Thinking to Slinky Thinking Manage Time Avoid chaos/stress Downtime is wasted time Rewards Perfections rules Life is a marathon The power of Motivation Manage Energy Seek tension Downtime is productive time Purpose Presence serves Life is a series of sprints The power of INSPIRATION!

TRANSITION PROCESS Recommitment Energized Confident Hopeful Anger Uncertain; Anxious, Restless Excited Denial Coming to grips Shoc k Curious Anticipation Letting Go Lost Confused Depressed Disorientation Reappraisal

Energy Management Force. Zip. Get up and go. Energy is the exertion of vigor or power. “Vigor or enthusiasm is the electric current that keeps the engine of life going at top speed” Turn to your neighbor, and finish this sentence: “I AM most energized when .”

Where Does Your Energy Go? ENERGY DRAINERS VS ENERGY BOOSTERS THOUGHTS ARE WORDS! BELIEFS PEOPLE EVENTS

HIGH -Physical HIGH NEGATIVE HIGH POSITIVE Angry Fearful Anxious Defensive Resentful Invigorated Confident Challenged Joyful Connected NEGATIVE Emotional FULLY ENGAGED POSITIVE LOW NEGATIVE LOW POSITIVE Depressed Exhausted Burned out Hopeless Defeated Relaxed Mellow Peaceful Tranquil Serene LOW Source: The Power of Full Engagement

The Law of Dominant Thought What you put your dominant attention towards, that is what expands “When we move forward, even one step towards our deepest heart’s desire, the Universe takes notice” – Janet Hagberg Exercise:

Manage Your Thoughts Reactive Responsive Defensive Vulnerable Obligation YOUR WORD Ask Why Resentments Judgment Withholding Visualize the worst Victim- Out of control Choice Ask What Forgiveness Acceptance Giving Visualize the best Response-able

FEAR Examine what you’re afraid of Things in the way of your personal and professional growth Things outside of your comfort zone Adopt a “can-do” attitude Take baby steps Reframe the situation Keep moving forward Just do it 14

Engagement Productivity Productivity Keeping Busy! Productivity is focused action towards goal Requires a plan TARGET COMPANY LIST to use for effective networking

Top 6 reasons to Be Engaged Energy attracts energy – Networking (gathering information along the way) is easier You can’t run on empty for very long! High engagement carries you through challenging times Employers hire high energy, enthusiastic people Keeping a positive attitude allows options and solutions to come We stay healthy and vibrant/ accomplishing more in a day You get where you want to be FASTER!

TIPS for Raising your Energy Let go of the emotions that are zapping your energy Exercise regularly Meditate (laughter yoga) Visualize your perfect work activity everyday Put this experience into larger life perspective Focus on the possibilities instead of the fears Watch your words: hang out with Inspired people Find a job search buddy Get up every morning and go to work (30 on 30 off) Volunteer your time

Problem Solution Disillusion Shift- join in the revolution! Blame, shame or embarrassment Transition – learn the stages Low self-esteem Work with a coach Burn out Change your lifestyle Overwhelm Gain clarity and create a plan No direction Work with a coach Working from an old paradigm Change your mindset-learn the rules FEAR FACE THEM to make them disappear

Strengthen your Engagement Today The moment one definitely commits oneself, then providence moves too. All sorts of things occur to help one that would never otherwise have occurred. A whole stream of events issues from the decision, raising in one’s favor all manner of unforeseen incidents and meetings and material assistance, which no man could have dreamt would have come his way. – W.H. Murray

Thought Provoking Quotes We are influenced not by “facts” but by our interpretation of facts. -- Alfred Adler Whether you think you can – or think you can’t – you’re right! – Henry Ford The greatest mistake a person can make is to be afraid of making one. – Elbert Hubbard To change your circumstances, first start thinking differently. - Norman Vincent Peale What soul. soap is to the body – laughter is to the 20

Cynthia Ryk Contact me via email: [email protected] The Quantum Effect Workshop: Coming soon: The Inner-Play between Pain and Purpose: Mastering the Art of Transitioning in your Career & Personal Life: Discounted today for 10.00