The process of applying for jobs is long and tedious, and you have to deal with a lot of things.
This is why it can be easy for you to have the habit of postponing your job search for a couple of weeks or doubting whether you have the ability.

If you are in a rut, don’t worry.
Below are 10 tips that will help you stay motivated when searching for a job.

1. There is always something for everyone
No matter how relentless and draining the process of searching for a job is, whether the countless cover letters you have to write and waiting for responses anxiously; keep in mind that the right job for you is on its way.
This may be a cliché, but it is something to keep in mind when you start noticing your motivation fading.

2. Giving your job search a sense of routine
Have a few hours a day where you focus on your job search, and this is where you give the job application the focus it deserves.

By getting up early, you will be giving the search a stronger sense of purpose, instead of spending the entire day in your bed then feeling you have wasted your day when it ends.

If the routine starts to feel monotonous, consider changing your scene because it can have a positive impact.
Going to your local library or café can go a long way.

3. Writing down your strengths then setting out your goals
Make a list of your skills and abilities, then write down your long-term goals and achievements.
This will give you a morale boost, and it will help in compartmentalizing your ambitions and strengths, which can help when you write your cover letter. Also follow these tips on how to improve your resume.

4. Quality over quantity
You might be tempted to apply for a lot of roles because you satisfy the requirements, or because the salary and benefits of the role are good.

It is a good idea to focus on roles that you are genuinely interested in
You might have to send out fewer applications every day, but if you focus is on quality over sending many letters, then you will end thanking yourself in the future.

5. Accepting rejection
One of the toughest things is rejection, especially when you have invested a lot of effort and passion into your cover letter or even the interview, then you end up being dismissed.

One thing you need to remember is rejection happens to everyone, and you should try looking at it as a blessing in disguise.

Your next interview might lead to your dream job, always have faith.

6. Seeking constructive criticism
The process of asking an interviewer why you did not get the job or what you can do to improve your chances can seem daunting, but it is going to help you in the long run.

While it might lower your self-esteem at first, you will get information that can help you in preparing for the next interview.

You can also seek the opinion of your friend and family member by giving them your cover letter or CV to proofread.

7. Celebrating small achievements
The process of looking for a job can be disheartening, which is why it is important to celebrate even the smallest of victories, e.g. getting applications in the double figures or being invited for an interview. The end goal of the process is landing the job, but the process tends to be very long in most cases. It is important to remember there are many steps between sending out your CV to signing a contract so you don’t feel stressed when you don’t find a job right away.

8. Move on quickly and avoid getting too attached
If there is a role you are excited about, it is natural for you to be hung up on waiting for the response from the hiring manager or recruiter.

What this does is make the rejection even harder to deal with.
You should never have all your eggs in one basket, which is why you should consider other options.

9. Have some time for yourself
This is key. Once a while, take a break from applying. You might start to feel like there is nothing you are achieving by not researching jobs. However, you ease your mind when you have time for yourself. Do some exercises, meet up with friends, and have some time for yourself.

10. Reminding yourself that you are not alone
You might start feeling like everyone else is employed or having more success with their job applications, but this is not the case.

There are thousands of people searching for a job daily – and there are some who have been doing it for much longer than you.

Have this mindset when things start getting tough.
We hope the tips above will help you.
Always be positive – good luck!