Affirmations To Support You In Your Job Search

Dear Tanja,

I recently embarked on a job hunt and received a rejection email- on Thanksgiving! This sent me into a spiral of panic and self-doubt. What can you recommend to get through this job search in one piece?

The job hunt can be incredibly stressful and full of uncertainty. It is challenging to navigate, especially through the Holidays, but sticking with it will be rewarding.

The ups and downs of job searching can send us running in different directions. I recommend affirmations to help you stay grounded throughout this process. You will find the right opportunity!

I’m guessing you have taken the time to pinpoint what you are looking for, updated and tailored your resume, and scouted ideal companies and positions. Now it’s up to you to keep going. It might take all your effort, but do not let one, two, three, or any amount of redirections bring your momentum to a stop. 

Keep looking, keep applying, and keep believing in yourself! The right job is out there, and you will find it. Trust that if something does not work out, it's protecting you, redirecting you, and making room for exactly what you are looking for.

Here are some affirmations to repeat to yourself throughout your search:

-I deserve a new opportunity and will find it. 

- I am capable. 

- I am qualified. 

- I trust that this process will lead me to the right place. 

- The right opportunity is waiting for me. 

-Life is unfolding for me to find alignment. 

-I am worthy of a good opportunity. 

-This process is not reflective of the outcome.

-What is meant for me will be. 

-I can be patient through this process. 

Which one of these speaks to you the most? Either because it made you feel supported, or because you realize that you need to believe it more. Write it on a Post-it and place it on your mirror, in your planner, or on your computer monitor- somewhere you look multiple times a day to reconnect to this sentiment. 

In the mornings, take a few minutes to repeat these affirmations to yourself. 

When receiving an application status update, take a few minutes to slow down your breath and repeat some of these affirmations to yourself. 

Start your job search with these affirmations. Let them pump you up, open your heart, and guide your search. 

Most importantly, use these affiliations to stay true to yourself. Job searches go both ways, it can also be you who turns down an offer knowing you deserve something better!

Embarking on a job search is not easy. Receiving just one “no” can send us canceling the search and settling for where we are. It can make us doubt what we want or why we are qualified. It can quiet our dreams. Use these affirmations to stay connected, grounded, and committed. Follow your heart.  

Good luck and stay strong! 

What would you add? What will you try? Share in the comments. Let’s keep working together to keep the office vibes up!