A Four Step Reality Check for Job Seekers

A 4 Step Reality Check for Job Seekers U.S. News & World Report (blog) November 12, 2013 By ARNIE FERTIG Extract: "I'm just starting my job search," said a newly unemployed executive. "I'm bright, I know that I communicate well, and have lots of contacts in my industry. I'm not like all those other people who are unemployed for the long term. I'm sure that I won't have any difficulty finding my next position."  Maybe so. But all too often, the axiom "The bigger they are, the harder they fall" applies to highly skilled, knowledgeable professionals who are at the top of their game. Regardless of whether you are just beginning your job search, or have been at it for a while, a serious gut check may be in order. Ask yourself these four questions: 1. Are you self-absorbed or self-aware? 2. Do you have today's required job hunt skills? 3. Are your expectations realistic? 4. Are you prepared for the long haul? continue reading  On the same shelf:  Traditional versus Non-Traditional Job Search Techniques Career Transition Primer