Following a trend that began a couple of years ago, TikTok and other social media platforms have become integral tools in the job search efforts of many Gen Zers, those born between 1997 and 2012. And you may want to […]
Category Archives: Job Search Tips
The power of gratitude: A path to better health and happiness
Developing a sense of gratitude can make you healthier, happier and more optimistic. It can also help you create better relationships, get better sleep, lower your blood pressure, and avoid or overcome depression. What exactly is gratitude? Gratitude is the […]
Developing good habits can lay the foundation for success
Looking for a job after release from prison can be stressful, and your everyday struggle to survive may become overwhelming. It is possible, however, to take control of your life. And the best way to do that is to establish […]
Ten tips for better sleep during your job search and beyond
Just looking for a job can be extremely stressful and cause you to lose sleep on a regular basis. It’s crucial, however, to get good rest while looking for work and, especially, before an interview. Insomnia can have a variety […]
How to implement job search goals and find work that’s right for you
Among your New Year’s resolutions, you might want to include setting job search goals. If you’re just starting out and still deciding what you want to do with your life or need some inspiration, we recommend reading What Color is […]
Twelve tips on how to stay motivated during your job search
Businesses of all sorts have gone on a hiring spree in recent months to make up for a labor shortage resulting from the effects of the Covid pandemic. According to the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis, there are currently […]
How to handle stress in your job search and your life
It’s difficult, if not impossible, to avoid stress these days. In this constantly changing, do-it-yourself world, there are so many demands on our time. And way too many things to do, especially if you’re looking for a job. As hard […]
Fifteen tips to help you learn how to focus during your job search
In our speeded up world where distractions can come from every direction, it’s more important than ever to learn how to focus. And that’s especially true if you’re looking for a job. A job search requires intense focus and concentration, […]
How to learn your character strengths and use them to improve your life and your job search
Just as taking an interest assessment can help you choose a job that you will enjoy, taking a character strength survey can help you focus on and improve the innate characteristics that make you who you are. Knowing yourself better […]
For greater success, start your job search with an interest assessment
At Jails to Jobs we often talk to people who are coming out of prison or jail and are not sure what kind of work they’d like to do. Finding a job that matches a person’s interests may also be […]