Getting Past Self-Doubt in Your Job Search

At Labor Solutions, our main goal is to help people find good jobs, and part of that process is sending them on interviews with prospective employees. We hear a lot of concerns that different people have about going to interviews, which gives us some insight as to what worries most people about these types of interactions. One of the biggest obstacles that prevent many individuals from going into an interview with confidence is simply their own self-doubt. So we’ve compiled a few tips to help others learn to overcome this hurdle.

Getting Past Your Own Fears
We are all prone to some fear and self-doubt at some point, and that’s okay! The key is to not let it hold you back. Labor Solutions wants to see you thrive in your career and life and not let a negative self-image thwart your success.

The first step toward overcoming self-doubt is to recognize and acknowledge it. You can’t fix a problem until you admit that there is a problem. Take a moment to list the negative thoughts and beliefs you hold about yourself. 

Now, take a look at the list you made. Are these beliefs based in reality, or are they simply negative thought patterns that you’ve developed over time? Can you make changes to your behavior or actions to invalidate these beliefs?

Make a new list, one of the thoughts and ideas that you want to believe about yourself. Go through this list and really absorb each of these statements you’ve created. How do you feel when you think these positive thoughts about yourself? Do these notions make you feel happy, confident, proud? Hold onto these affirmations and use them! Make it a practice to consciously boost your own self-esteem by reiterating that you are the things that you want to be, and in time you’ll begin to see a real transformation in yourself and your life.

Ready for the Interview Now?
When you feel prepared to re-enter the working world, or to search for a new job or career path, count on Labor Solutions to guide the way for you. Our expert team of recruiters is here to help you make the most of your talents and abilities by connecting you with reputable employers in the area who need your specific skill set. Go ahead and send your resume to Labor Solutions today!