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Church Contacts in the Job Search |
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Prayer-Soldier writes "
Whether the economy is good or bad, layoffs are always possible. Any number of variables can result in employers being forced to reduce their work force as a means to cope with changes in the business environment and to balance expenses. The end result is that even if we feel we are in a secure job, we could find ourselves unexpectedly forced into the job hunt.
It is an emotional event when a job is lost. For a variety of reasons, we can feel self conscious about being laid off and we may not want to share our situation with others. We may feel comfortable checking head hunter web sites, but the reality is that face-to-face networking is one of the most effective means of gaining interview opportunities. Our first thought is to think of our professional network, but we shouldn't overlook all the contacts we may have through our personal network of family, friends and community contacts.
Rather than hiding our job situation, we should let our personal community know when we are in the job search. We don't have to give the details of our layoff, but we should not be afraid to communicate with others that we are looking for opportunities. As we engage in conversation, we should have a short explanation that we are in a job search and the type of opportunities for which we are looking. We should be prepared to also exchange contact information should the conversation result in a job lead.
We should also not overlook our church community. As we interact within church events, education groups or volunteer activities, we may find contacts who are not only aware of possible job opportunities, but may be willing to pass along a resume and advocate for us with a potential hiring manager to provide us with a chance for an interview.
Sharing our job talents within our church community also provides the opportunity to showcase our work ethic and job skills. We can demonstrate our people skills and that we can work as part of a team. The courtesies we present can generate good will such that others will seek to help us.
People of all walks of life come together to worship. If others enjoy working with us in a volunteer setting, they might seek to gain that same positive experience within a job setting. Of course, the key is to look at our participation in church or other volunteer activities as opportunities for building good will and to establish a positive reputation. If we are viewed in such venues as congenial, reliable and knowledgeable; those with opportunities may seek us out because we are considered a positive known quantity.
As we join in our church community, we are called to help one another. Sometimes we are in a position to help others, but sometimes we are the one in need. It is the fulfillment of God's plan that we should help one another. “I give you a new commandment: love one another. As I have loved you, so you also should love one another.” John 13:34
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Posted on Tuesday, June 23 @ 22:29:22 MDT by drbonebrake
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