My Job Search Journey!
I’ve asked myself that question too many times to count. It was always:
• Now isn’t the time
• I don’t have the resources
• I don’t have the support
• I’m tired
• I’m preparing for retirement
These were always my feelings and thoughts. It didn’t matter if I wanted to do something personal or professional. I always had that nagging self-talk and doubt. Then it occurred to me. I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me (Philippians 4:13).
I recall being in the valley waiting on God to deliver me from one position to the next one. I had many, many, and many interviews. I ended up being in the final rounds on numerous occasions and not being selected for the role. When I looked at it from the physical point of view. I felt that my skills were lacking, I had nothing to offer, my age, my ethnicity; you name it, I felt it. I felt defeated and couldn’t understand what was happening.
Then I realized, I was in the valley for a reason. I had to stop and listen to know and understand that it was necessary. I had to have a mindset shift to understand where I was always in the process and why. While in my comfort zone, I felt safe and in control. I didn’t want to leave there. I was fighting against leaving not wanting to be in the other zones. When I was in the fear zone, I let the options of others make me question my knowledge, skills, and abilities in the interview process. In the learning zone, it extended my comfort zone, so I began to feel good again. Dealing with challenges and problems while I tried hard to re-invent myself with new skills and learnings. It wasn’t until I was in the growth zone. Where I began to find my purpose, set new goals and realized my aspirations all over again. It was the growth stage where I realized everything, I went through was for a reason for such a time as this. I am grateful and thankful for the experience. I received offers to relocate, not an option. I’m a Glamma and not leaving my grandson 
. Low ball offers were not an option for me.
Then an offer came that I decided to settle on. I was tired of interviewing physically and emotionally. The money was good, the benefits great, the people nice and it would be a great gig while I prepare for retirement. But there was another plan for me. Little did I know. When I removed my candidacy for another position. That I would be offered that position and would have to decide about both positions. After careful and insightful decision-making, I decided to take the position of the latter position. When I said “yes” to the position, I felt at peace and found my passion and love for what I do all over again. My favorite scripture came to mind, Jeremiah 29:11 NIV – For I know the plans I have for you, “declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. I say this to encourage someone who is going through any difficulty.
Whether it’s a job, relationship, or financial. Just trust and believe God. Put your faith into action and let God do the rest.
Nurture change based on truth which inspires, renews, and re-energizes with vision, potential, and opportunities. A True Reflection!
Coach Jennifer