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Are you frustrated with the economic downturn? Still looking for a job you like? CitySaheli asked Gina Baksa, an experienced and qualified life coach in New York City for tips on how to survive this recession. Gina formerly worked in London but is now based in Manhattan and works with clients around the world. “Don’t panic,” says Gina. “The media is still fear-mongering. Don’t buy into the mass gloom and doom. Simply revise your job-finding and networking strategies. Some of the world’s most successful companies were created during economic downturns, so use this time to your advantage.”
Here are some of Gina’s survival tips for CitySaheli readers:
1. Update your resume and upload it to sites like Monster and LinkedIn. What have you done in work and play that you’ve not included? If you are applying for more than one position, vary your resume accordingly. Write your resume and cover letter to suit the job you are applying for. Don’t send out a standard resume to everyone. Hirers are looking for people with flair and imagination. People who either save – or make money – for their company. Which one are you? There are many professional resume services who will help you. Plus plenty of free advice online.
2. Maximize your social and face-to-face networking. Use Twitter and Facebook to help get you noticed. Look for any chances to promote yourself and research new job opportunities. There are also hundreds of meet-up groups in NYC that will not only help you further your career but you could also make new friends too. Visit meetup.com and mediabistro.com for inspiration.
3. Learn to present yourself more effectively. Do you ever wish you could talk more confidently about yourself at meetings or socials? Or even refine your elevator speech? Try toastmasters.com. They are a global public speaking group who will support and encourage your first steps in public speaking. Great for confidence boosting, as well as professional networking.
4. Add to your skill set. Take advantage of all the learning programs your company offers. You may be on staff now, but who knows what the future may bring. Or if you are freelance, look for inspiring adult education classes.
5. Practice positive thinking. What kind of work would you really love to be doing? Make a list. Continually visualize the work you’d like to do. Write it down – every detail. Create a mood board and cut out photos from magazines to represent your ideal working environment and your ideal job. Listen to your intuition! Have the courage to follow your gut feelings.
Life coaching can help you discover what you really want in life, take action to achieve your goals and make choices that inspire and motivate you. Want to give it a try? Gina Baksa is offering 50% off life coaching packages for all CitySaheli readers. Just mention CitySaheli when you call. Sessions are face-to-face in Manhattan or by phone.
Phone: 631 312 8475
Email: gina_baksa@hotmail.com
Website: www.ginabaksa.com
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