Finding a good job and achieving career bliss can be challenging. There's competition, stressful interviews, tons of paperwork and low pay for entry-level positions. Sometimes, finding that perfect job is a matter of internal programming. Success statements, daily mantras and regular mental "pick me ups" help put you in the right frame of mind to exude confidence throughout the entire hiring process.
There are plenty of inspirational self-help gurus who have written dozens of books to impart mental wisdom on the masses. Dr. Bruce A. Johnson expounds on seven key success statements for everyday personal and professional mindsets. The idea behind Johnson's words is to take general statements and apply them to each individual's tastes, qualities and experiences in order to accomplish goals.
Write down these success statements as they relate to you. Ask yourself how these affirmations work in your own life. How have you exemplified these attributes in the past? What can you do, right here and now, to affect positive change in your thinking? These are some keys to applying mental mojo to your job search and programming your mind for success with mini messages.
"I Know No Limits"
Have you given up on getting that $20-per-hour job? Thoroughly study what it takes to get that position by researching similar people with the same desired career path. Many times, limits are self-imposed mental roadblocks that stymie success.
"I Am Not Controlled by Fear"
Job seekers must let go of fear when trying to improve themselves. When you are fearless, you project confidence. Potential employers and managers love confident workers.
"I Make No Excuses"
Success statements are not about other people, so you cannot worry about what your friends and family think of your decision-making process. Make no excuses for your happiness and future success at the job you want, no matter what.
"I Accept Full Responsibility"
When you leave everyone else out of the job search equation, you must take full responsibility for your actions. You cannot succeed with other people dragging you down; getting that posh job is about edifying your life.
"I Take Inspired Action"
Just like "faith without works is dead," all of these success statements are useless without taking action. You still have to fill out the applications, create the perfect resume and then wow them at the interview. Your focus becomes your reality.
"I Live With Purpose"
Take focused action every day to move closer to your desired goal. Apply online. Talk to employers on a regular basis. Submit your resume to temp agencies. Your purpose is to land that amazing position at your dream company, but recognize that you may have to take other steps first to alleviate your immediate needs.
"I Create My Own Success"
Don't let other people tell you what success means to you. Be happy with moving forward, even if it means taking less money, moving out of town or doing something other people find inconvenient. You determine your own happiness inside your head.
Success statements are only as good as the motivated people who live by them. If you are motivated, willing and able, these mental exercises can lead to professional and personal fulfillment. All it takes are some minor mental adjustments.
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