i had an phone interview today hopefully will get a face to face and have another interview for another job tomorrow. I hope I can get one of these jobs I really want. Prayers please?
Wanted: Positive Attitude
It all begins with your attitude. You've no doubt heard the phrase Your attitude determines your altitude.
A positive attitude will not only help you to find a good job but also help you hold on to your work in a competitive market.
Many employers say a positive attitude is one of the personal traits they value most highly in their employees.
When you have a positive outlook, you work more effectively. It will give you more energy and focus as well. Co-workers view you as a valuable team member and you increase your own level of satisfaction and success.
GETTING WORK
If you’re currently looking for work, take some time to examine your attitudes and beliefs about work search. You might believe it’s just a matter of time before you connect with the right employer. On the other hand, you may be letting your worries about finding a job stress you out.
Is there anything more grueling than the job search? Ask any job seeker, and he/she will probably say no. Between the endless waiting and instant blow of rejection, the job search is a difficult time for many. When going through tough times, it’s often said that maintaining a positive attitude toward the situation can carry you through, same goes for the job search! A positive attitude during the job search can not only help you emotionally, it can help your actual search, as hiring managers appreciate seeing confident candidates. Follow these tips to help build a positive attitude while job hunting:
Accept Rejection
Not every job is perfect for your skillset, and if you have been applying to many positions, you might be facing rejection. The job search can be a long process riddled with rejection, and if you let it bring you down, you won’t learn from the experience and do better the next time; you will just be worried about getting rejected again.
Surround Yourself with Positive People
Avoid negativity like the plague! It will do you no good hanging around people who are constantly discussing bleak job outlooks and stories about this guy they know who was out of work for a year. Surround yourself with supportive people who want to lift you up.
Maintain a Routine
Don’t devote your whole day to only applying for jobs; you will burn out and get frustrated quickly. Maintain a normal routine and stay active. If you make room for things like exercising, visiting friends, spending time with family and even down time, your days will feel more balanced and less pressured.
Volunteer
There are many good reasons to volunteer during your job search. While volunteering, you can meet possible connections to job opportunities, bolster your resume by showing you stayed active and most importantly, it will give you a sense of accomplishment. Positively impacting somebody’s life is an uplifting feeling, so devote some time to a cause you care about.
During the job search, there are days where positive feelings might be few and far between, but if you follow these tips and work to stay optimistic, you will see the job search become smoother. Believing in yourself and your abilities will keep you energized for the hard work of looking for work. Also, a positive attitude can make all the difference in a job interview.
KEEPING WORK
Having a great attitude for each workday starts with showing up on time and requires investment in every moment after that. You attack important projects and busywork with equal zeal. You focus on solutions rather than problems. Above all, you avoid acting like a drone that mindlessly completes tedious tasks and secretly wishes to be anywhere else than at your desk.
The way you approach your work will help you hang on to it. Follow these suggestions can help you maintain a positive attitude:
Stay Away From Negative Co-workers
Nothing is worse than someone walking over to your desk every single morning complaining about the job. What’s even worse is when you come in ready to put in a solid day’s work and your coworker wrecks your positive outlook.
Staying away from negative people is vital. The next time they come over, make sure you are too busy to engage in the regular negative conversation. Try surrounding yourself with positive and motivated coworkers. Once the Negative Nancy’s see your new positive vibe, they will get the hint that you don’t have time to engage in negative conversations. Even if they don’t at first, they will eventually get the hint.
Good Communication With Management
Open and continuous dialogue with your manager can go a long way. Nothing wreaks more havoc on your week than a problem arising due to miscommunication with management or fear to take suggestions to your boss. With continuous dialogue comes good rapport – which leads to trust. Once you’ve established a sense of trust with management, your workplace becomes a whole new world.
Remember Your Purpose and Goals
The workplace is constantly evolving, and with changes, you can sometimes forget your purpose for taking the job in the first place. Stay focused on why you are there and what your goal is no matter how much change comes. One tip is to find inspiration with motivational quotes. Keep the quotes fresh and change them out depending on what aspect in your life you need to kick into gear. If you can wear ear phones at your desk while you work, listen to your favorite music that puts you in a good mood. You can even find some motivational speakers on YouTube to listen to when you need that extra motivation.
Take a Fresh Air Break
Working hard and going the extra mile always yields positive outcomes, but we all need a break for some personal time. If you are inside all day staring at a computer screen, then go outside and walk around to get some fresh air. Take your mind off what you have been working on for the past several hours. Checking out for 10-15 minutes and getting some fresh air will recharge your mind.
Take Care of Your Health
I think we can all agree that a clear mind is an important piece for performing at our highest level in the workplace, but sometimes we forget about our health. A good diet and regular exercise can keep your positive attitude constant. If you are truly sick, make sure you use a sick day and take the time you need to get yourself feeling better. Trying to work through a seasonal bug can make you feel sluggish, and it may take your body even longer to recover. In addition, people around you don’t appreciate you coming into work if you are spreading germs. If you are taking care of your body and your mind, then you are ready to perform at the highest level possible.
A Few More Suggestions
Do your best. Do each task well the first time.
Focus on work when you’re at work. Use breaks to check in with your social and personal life.
Be a committed team player.
Lend a hand when your co–workers need help.
Do what needs to be done, whether or not it’s your job.
Ask for help when you need it.
Make every effort to add to a respectful, co–operative working environment. Avoid gossip and negativity.
Have a positive attitude to get and keep the work you want
Final Thoughts
In a competitive market, employers want to hire and hang on to workers with an optimistic outlook and a can–do approach. Whether you're searching for work or hoping to keep the job you have, your positive attitude can give you the edge in the hiring process and earn you the right kind of attention on the job.
Wanted: Positive Attitude
It all begins with your attitude. You've no doubt heard the phrase Your attitude determines your altitude.
A positive attitude will not only help you to find a good job but also help you hold on to your work in a competitive market.
Many employers say a positive attitude is one of the personal traits they value most highly in their employees.
When you have a positive outlook, you work more effectively. It will give... see more


I'm ready to be stable with a great job.Seriously!
I'm telling you the truth...
This is for YOU!
THOUGHT: Some people are hanging on for dear life and not having a clue of what to do next. In likeness to the illustration below, they are looking down with concern about the fall, rather than looking up and asking to be strengthen in their faith.
TAKEAWAYS: Where you focus your attention in life, is driven by your decisions in life and eventually attracts your results you live with. So, remember this key principle: Keep your face always toward the sunshine - and shadows will fall behind you.
Walt Whitman
TREASURES: Let your petitions be made known to God; and the peace of God that surpasses all understanding will guard your hearts and your mental powers.
(Phil. 4:6, 7.)
Stop looking down, blessing come from above!
I Believe You Can...!
I'm telling you the truth...
This is for YOU!
THOUGHT: Some people are hanging on for dear life and not having a clue of what to do next. In likeness to the illustration below, they are looking down with concern about the fall, rather than looking up and asking to be strengthen in their faith.
TAKEAWAYS: Where you focus your attention in life, is driven by your decisions in life and eventually attracts your results you live with. So, remember... see more

Thanks for sharing Edward Alexander
The camaraderie shown by my classmates when someone was sad or having a rough time dealing with something.
That's awesome Peggy Simpson - thanks for sharing that positivity with the community!
Applied for Spectrum as a Field Technician. Got a phone interview the next day!!!! In person interview on the 7th. Hoping my job search is done.
Good luck

I'm going to complete my CompTIA A+ certification, start on my CompTIA Network+ certification, and finish it off with a Microsoft Certification or two, possibly on Windows 10. I want to be the hot ticket!
I'm going to complete my CompTIA A+ certification, start on my CompTIA Network+ certification, and finish it off... see more
Murky is a way of describing how I saw my future, I had no real aim towards anything and simply went through the motions. When it came to what I wanted to do with my life, I felt as though the talents that I did have and the dream job I wanted were too unrealistic to achieve and made me lose confidence. I tried entering into a career path I neither fully understood or completely desired out of necessity.
Don't do what I have done and second-guess what you wish to be, if you want to pursue a career doing what you love, you must be willing to fight for it.
Murky is a way of describing how I saw my future, I had no real aim towards anything and simply went through the motions. When it came to what I wanted to do with my life, I felt as though the talents that I did have and the dream job I wanted were too unrealistic to achieve and made me lose confidence. I tried entering into a career path I neither fully understood or completely desired out of necessity.
Don't do what I have done and... see more
Very insightful statements and words of advice Adrian. Have you been able to explore other career paths to pursue? The HS graduation date on your profile shows you're still a very young person so you still have plenty of time. It took me a long time to find my stride in the word as well so I understand what your expressing. I discovered a suitable career path by trial and error but along the way I found out that knowing what I didn't like to do was just as important as knowing what I wanted to do. The process of elimination brought me closer to my goal.
Thanks for your words of wisdom my friend. Hope all is well!
Very insightful statements and words of advice Adrian. Have you been able to explore other career paths to pursue... see more
When you give 110% to your job and life , you always get back more than you give; and when you leave your job at the end of the week if anyone owes anyone they owe you. Same with life, only you get back three fold, and you can always hold your head high knowing you gave your best.
What a fantastic attitude to have Robert, thank you so much for these wise words : )
If You let every little bitty thing get to you you go crazy so don’t sweat the small stuff just keep going and stay positive

Thank you!
Don't look at what life has done to you! Yet, look at what life has to offer you and; how to bring positive results into true fruition! Your decisions, your LIFE!

Not that I want to judge or even should judge anyone when it comes to prayer. But do some people know the proper way to pray? More than likely many people have heard of the Lord's Prayer. It is important to follow that pattern. I don't think I've ever read anyone's comment saying that it's Almighty God's fault that a person is going through financial stress. Almighty God does NOT do that to people. However, one fact does remain. It can be and in fact is a huge challenge to find suitable work sometimes. And as people understand, sometimes it's just bad timing. I didn't get the job, because ..........But, keep in mind that a prayer to Almighty God must be sincere and genuine. It has to be. God requires that. Also, please understand. I don't want my words to tear anyone down. That would be wrong. If my words have made someone feel terrible about themselves, I certainly apologize.
Not that I want to judge or even should judge anyone when it comes to prayer. But do some people know the proper... see more