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3 signs it’s time to take a break from your job search

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3 signs it’s time to take a break from your job search — for now


Anyone who’s ever had to look for a job will tell you it’s hard work. Between the emotional ups and downs that come with finding your potential dream job, to the possibility of rejection, to the elbow-grease you put in researching a company, to crafting the perfect cover letter and resume: it’s a lot.

So it’s not surprising that many of us start to feel a bit burnt out after an extended search. Yet for most, putting the kibosh on your search just doesn’t seem like an option. Fear of missed opportunities or loss of momentum can keep you searching, when really you should be taking a break.

Although your work ethic may be telling you to soldier through, trust me when I tell you that continuing your job search when you’re burnt out can cause more harm than good.

Check out these three warning signs you need to take a break from your job search.

You have to convince yourself you should apply

By itself, this probably isn’t enough to completely halt your search, but it’s definitely a red flag that you might be getting a little weary with your job hunting.

While it’s true not every job description is guaranteed to make you feel like you’ve found “the one,” you should feel at least some excitement about the opportunity. Also, don’t think for a second a hiring manager won’t see right through your feigned excitement.

So, pay attention to your “excite-o-meter” the next time you come across a new job opportunity. If you’re on the low end of the scale, seriously consider your burnout status before you apply.

You don’t read the entire job description — at least twice

One of the biggest complaints I hear from hiring managers is that applicants haven’t taken the time to really dig in to the requirements of the job — not only to see if they can handle the work, but also so they can ask intelligent questions in an interview. As a result, they come across as uninterested and uninvested. Not exactly how you’d want to present yourself if you’re excited about an opportunity, right?

If you find yourself barely skimming over a job description before you submit an application, take your cursor off that send button! If you can’t bring yourself to comb through a job description carefully, there’s a good chance you need a break from the hunt.

You don’t check your work

Have you ever submitted an application, then immediately realized a nanosecond too late that you misspelled the hiring manager’s name? Or forgot to attach your resume? Ouch.

Usually, it just takes one oversight to remind you to double check the details before submitting an application. So, if you’re noticing you’re slacking a bit in the detail obsession department, it might be a sign you’re ready for a break.

If you start to slack on the details, I guarantee hiring managers will notice. And, while we all make mistakes, this is one time you’re not likely to get a second chance to make that first impression.

If digging in to the details for every application starts to look like a corner to cut, it’s time to shut down your search for a bit.

Recognizing you need a break from your job search can be a little scary. Taking time off from your hunt can feel a lot like you’re giving up, or worse, losing out. But trust me when I tell you, giving yourself just a little bit of a break — even just a few days — will put you into a far better position to show your true talents, get refreshed and excited, and land the job you really want and deserve.
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