Keeping Vision Fresh as the Resumes Go Out

The virtual world sets up new anxieties: the faceless void.

Many people are sending out resumes to online sites, and often hear nothing back. HR resources are cut in many companies, which creates a void in responsiveness. Many companies say not to phone or call.

All of this leaves the individual at a loss and not knowing what the reaction was. Most of us are social creatures. Our sense of self and reality is confirmed by those around us. The lack of response in the online environment is very high in the job search arena. If people can’t see how they can use you, they won’t respond. Worse yet, if no one is responding, do I even exist or matter?

This sense of futility often accompanies job searches and is a key psychological matter that needs attention.

In these cases, it is very important to stay close to your friends, remain creative, and take care of your health and stress levels. Keep your vision fresh and going strong. Talk to people who will encourage your strengths and be honest about your not-so-strengths. Redefine friendship if you need to, to see these people as your friends.

Some people use visioning partnerships to keep moving forward. The Wellman Method is an example of one of many of these. Using a visioning partner, you can explore strengths and integrate these with your life story. From this you can refresh your personal vision, keep appraised of changes in the market place, consider moves, and have new hope.

This is important – even if you are a success.  Keep dreaming and dreaming large. Keep moving forward. Otherwise, as Woody Allen said in Annie Hall, “What we have here is a dead shark!”

So here’s to keeping your shark alive and swimming forward into the world of business!