THANKFUL

"He is a wise man who does not grieve for the things which he has not, but rejoices for those which he has." ~ Epictetus

Seasonably speaking....it's predicable this BACTS Update addresses the subject of gratitude or thankfulness. Every day, if you really look carefully, you'll see countless examples reminding us to be grateful regardless of being unemployed, underemployed, or gloriously employed. Everyone should be able to find something to be thankful for this week.

Maybe it's one of you who:
* Hated the job you were in and after months of unemployment decided to start your own business sharing your passion for cooking, or
* Hung in there after months of unemployment only to be rehired back into the original company and given a bridge of service years to boot, or
* Got to spend more time with the kids during this period of unemployment, after working through countless years of missing most of their school activities, or
* Almost uprooted and relocated their entire family to another state but decided at the last minute to go it alone, and once there realized the job situation was not going to work, allowing for a return to CA and a family still in tack, or
* After years of wanting to switch careers finally had the guts to move in another direction and is now flourishing wonderfully in a new career.

There are plenty of stories this year to be thankful for, and even for those of you who haven't connected with the right job quite yet, you are still breathing, getting to experience life, growing personally, visiting with family and friends, hanging on by a thread, and the truth is you WILL have some wonderful position that will come your way soon. Just don't' forget to keep your eyes open wide for it, so you don't blink and miss the opportunity.

"Develop an attitude of gratitude, and give thanks for everything that happens to you, knowing that every step forward is a step toward achieving something bigger and better than your current situation" ~Brian Tracy

GOOD NEWS: The Press Enterprise Sunday front page opens with "Area's jobless rate drops." This is great news, and for those of you who have taken seasonal jobs, be encouraged they might turn into full time opportunities after the holidays.

CONGRATULATIONS: To those of you who had interviews this week. Stay encouraged, and be thankful for the opportunity to make a connection and have the opportunity to interview, regardless of the outcome!

BACTS FACT: "If given a chance, be grateful for a job opportunity even if it is not exactly what you had wished for. Each opportunity is another step towards realizing your desired job" ~J. Smith

THAT'S IT: Even though it's a holiday week, don't let up... continue to check online for new openings (there are new positions posted this morning!), continue this week to submit resumes, make a few calls and send a few follow up emails. Wish people a Happy Thanksgiving. Recruiters included. People remember this exchange of gratitude.

"Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God "~ Philippians 4:6

Happy Thanksgiving to each of you and good luck on the job search this week.

Jan

Jan M. Smith
Inland Management Group
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