The Visualization Where Will You Be

The Visualization â€" Where Will You Be One of the first things my coach had me do was develop a document titled The Visualization. This is a very personal one-page document with very specific targets, written in present tense. I was reluctant to spend time on my visualization, but I realized that in order to have our coaching relationship work, I needed to play along (I cant think of a different phrase for that I dont mean to trivialize the coachs system, but sometimes Im too proud for my own good and disregard things as silly or meaningless). At first I thought it was going to be a hokey mission statement, with all the feel-good words and cliche phrases that are in just about every mission statement in the world. I memorized the mission statement from my last company there was the presidents version, and the workers version (which put an irreverent twist on the presidents version). It was fun to memorize, but really, when you got down to work it was easy to disregard. I didnt want to come up with a meaningless statement that sounded too good to be true, with little regard for my day-to-day battles. I found the visualization to be different, though. To get me started, my coach sent me his. I was quite amazed it was very, very specific. At first glance it seemed a little over-the-top, but as I re-read it, it was indeed achievable. In addition to goals, there was a resulting dollar amount tied to most everything. His was written in a way that it broke big ideas down and detailed certain parts of his visualized accomplishments. Using my coachs visualization as a model, I developed my own. It is one page. It serves as a motivation and helps me focus every single day (I have it right next to my keyboard, and on my fridge). Its easy to get distracted, or at least wonder if Im distracted (I have JibberJobber stuff (design for the programmers, marketing and PR, accounting, admin stuff, etc.), this blog, book marketing (thank goodness the writing is done!), and a conference that Im putting on with a partner in October. Not to mention stuff outside of work Im pretty busy, and its easy for me to either get too focused on one thing, or spend a lot of time on a lot of things with no focus. Thats where the visualization comes in like I said, it does two things for me: It motivates me. I look at the numbers, which right now are targets, and think about how things will be different once I achieve them. My visualization very specifically declares the income Ill have from various revenue streams, and for a guy coming out of unemployment, thats very motivating. It refocuses me. My most important target is in the first five words of the visualization document. It just happened that way which is interesting because its obviously the most important thing on my mind when I wrote it. But now, more than 60 days after I wrote it, I find myself using the visualization to see if Im deviating, or indeed working towards the goals I set. I cant share my personal visualization here on my blog its too private. But tomorrow Ill write a visualization that I should have written for my job search and youll see how it differs from a regular old mission statement. Have you gone through the visualization exercise, formally? If so, has it been beneficial to you? The bank charges usually differ for each creditcard. But for those who always buy to let mortgages tales care of the rest, everything eventually leads to debt. Having a look at homes for sale is no reason to go crazy. People who work from home are well aware of the value of money and instead value becoming insurance leads instead. The Visualization â€" Where Will You Be One of the first things my coach had me do was develop a document titled The Visualization. This is a very personal one-page document with very specific targets, written in present tense. I was reluctant to spend time on my visualization, but I realized that in order to have our coaching relationship work, I needed to play along (I cant think of a different phrase for that I dont mean to trivialize the coachs system, but sometimes Im too proud for my own good and disregard things as silly or meaningless). At first I thought it was going to be a hokey mission statement, with all the feel-good words and cliche phrases that are in just about every mission statement in the world. I memorized the mission statement from my last company there was the presidents version, and the workers version (which put an irreverent twist on the presidents version). It was fun to memorize, but really, when you got down to work it was easy to disregard. I didnt want to come up with a meaningless statement that sounded too good to be true, with little regard for my day-to-day battles. I found the visualization to be different, though. To get me started, my coach sent me his. I was quite amazed it was very, very specific. At first glance it seemed a little over-the-top, but as I re-read it, it was indeed achievable. In addition to goals, there was a resulting dollar amount tied to most everything. His was written in a way that it broke big ideas down and detailed certain parts of his visualized accomplishments. Using my coachs visualization as a model, I developed my own. It is one page. It serves as a motivation and helps me focus every single day (I have it right next to my keyboard, and on my fridge). Its easy to get distracted, or at least wonder if Im distracted (I have JibberJobber stuff (design for the programmers, marketing and PR, accounting, admin stuff, etc.), this blog, book marketing (thank goodness the writing is done!), and a conference that Im putting on with a partner in October. Not to mention stuff outside of work Im pretty busy, and its easy for me to either get too focused on one thing, or spend a lot of time on a lot of things with no focus. Thats where the visualization comes in like I said, it does two things for me: It motivates me. I look at the numbers, which right now are targets, and think about how things will be different once I achieve them. My visualization very specifically declares the income Ill have from various revenue streams, and for a guy coming out of unemployment, thats very motivating. It refocuses me. My most important target is in the first five words of the visualization document. It just happened that way which is interesting because its obviously the most important thing on my mind when I wrote it. But now, more than 60 days after I wrote it, I find myself using the visualization to see if Im deviating, or indeed working towards the goals I set. I cant share my personal visualization here on my blog its too private. But tomorrow Ill write a visualization that I should have written for my job search and youll see how it differs from a regular old mission statement. Have you gone through the visualization exercise, formally? If so, has it been beneficial to you? The bank charges usually differ for each creditcard. But for those who always buy to let mortgages tales care of the rest, everything eventually leads to debt. Having a look at homes for sale is no reason to go crazy. People who work from home are well aware of the value of money and instead value becoming insurance leads instead. The Visualization â€" Where Will You Be One of the first things my coach had me do was develop a document titled The Visualization. This is a very personal one-page document with very specific targets, written in present tense. I was reluctant to spend time on my visualization, but I realized that in order to have our coaching relationship work, I needed to play along (I cant think of a different phrase for that I dont mean to trivialize the coachs system, but sometimes Im too proud for my own good and disregard things as silly or meaningless). At first I thought it was going to be a hokey mission statement, with all the feel-good words and cliche phrases that are in just about every mission statement in the world. I memorized the mission statement from my last company there was the presidents version, and the workers version (which put an irreverent twist on the presidents version). It was fun to memorize, but really, when you got down to work it was easy to disregard. I didnt want to come up with a meaningless statement that sounded too good to be true, with little regard for my day-to-day battles. I found the visualization to be different, though. To get me started, my coach sent me his. I was quite amazed it was very, very specific. At first glance it seemed a little over-the-top, but as I re-read it, it was indeed achievable. In addition to goals, there was a resulting dollar amount tied to most everything. His was written in a way that it broke big ideas down and detailed certain parts of his visualized accomplishments. Using my coachs visualization as a model, I developed my own. It is one page. It serves as a motivation and helps me focus every single day (I have it right next to my keyboard, and on my fridge). Its easy to get distracted, or at least wonder if Im distracted (I have JibberJobber stuff (design for the programmers, marketing and PR, accounting, admin stuff, etc.), this blog, book marketing (thank goodness the writing is done!), and a conference that Im putting on with a partner in October. Not to mention stuff outside of work Im pretty busy, and its easy for me to either get too focused on one thing, or spend a lot of time on a lot of things with no focus. Thats where the visualization comes in like I said, it does two things for me: It motivates me. I look at the numbers, which right now are targets, and think about how things will be different once I achieve them. My visualization very specifically declares the income Ill have from various revenue streams, and for a guy coming out of unemployment, thats very motivating. It refocuses me. My most important target is in the first five words of the visualization document. It just happened that way which is interesting because its obviously the most important thing on my mind when I wrote it. But now, more than 60 days after I wrote it, I find myself using the visualization to see if Im deviating, or indeed working towards the goals I set. I cant share my personal visualization here on my blog its too private. But tomorrow Ill write a visualization that I should have written for my job search and youll see how it differs from a regular old mission statement. Have you gone through the visualization exercise, formally? If so, has it been beneficial to you? The bank charges usually differ for each creditcard. But for those who always buy to let mortgages tales care of the rest, everything eventually leads to debt. Having a look at homes for sale is no reason to go crazy. People who work from home are well aware of the value of money and instead value becoming insurance leads instead.

Using Fiverr Resume Writing Services

Using Fiverr Resume Writing ServicesFiverr resume writing services are one of the latest methods to market yourself. These sites make it very easy for you to put together a resume in a matter of minutes and can get your resume posted on hundreds of sites in minutes. Since there is no minimum for creating your Fiverr resume, you can be sure that no one is going to be upset with your work.The best part about making your Fiverr resume is that you can be free to use the website as much as you want. You can start out by getting yourself a few clients to help you out or if you want you can fill up your Fiverr resume with your very own company biography or your complete experience with your business.When you use a Fiverr resume writing service, it is a great way to make your entire project more affordable. If you want to hire someone to write your resume and make it look professional it is best to have it done professionally by a professional resume writer.It is best to learn how to write a Fiverr resume first if you are a beginner. Then you can know what to expect when using this site. The person who has used this site will be able to tell you what it is like and how to use it in order to get your job interview.You will be able to see examples of other peoples work that is done with this site as well as what you can expect when submitting your resume. After you see what is needed on the Fiverr resume you will be able to have a better idea of what to expect from others when reviewing your own resume. This will give you a little more confidence when you are submitting your own work.It is very important to have information that is relevant to the work that you are applying for. This will make your resume stand out and help to determine if the employer is going to call you back. Knowing what is expected from you will help you be prepared for this to happen when you send your resume online.If you are looking for something very affordable to do then you may want to check o ut a Fiverr resume writing service. You will be able to find someone who can do this for you and have it done professionally so that you can rest assured that your resume will not cost you an arm and a leg.You may even be able to pay someone to take their own work and have it formatted properly so that you are going to be able to make a good impression when you send it to a potential employer. In the end you are going to be glad that you made the effort to get this kind of service because you will be able to put your skills to good use and get that great job that you have always wanted.

Managing The Finances In a Small Business

Managing The Finances In a Small Business The aim of every business, big or small, is to make a profit. In those early days, when your small business is only just about breaking even, it might seem as though the day you start making a consistent profit is the day that your worries will be over. In fact though thats exactly when you have to start thinking seriously about what youre doing with your money. Looking after your profits effectively is just as much a part of running a business as keeping an eye on overheads, raising funding, and budgeting for operating costs. Its not just about making money, its also about what you do with the money you have. How businesses manage their finances can be the crucial factor in deciding whether they sink or swim. Keep business and personal finances separate  Time and again this is the one piece of advice that experts and experienced business professionals repeatedly give out. It might seem obvious, but its also a rule that is easy to break unless youre vigilant and strict about it. Maintain separate budgets, do separate accounting, and never bail your business out by using your personal savings. At the same time, dont use business credit cards or accounts for your personal use, or vice versa. Mixing up your business and personal finances can lead to tax difficulties, accounting confusion and worse, so dont do it. Look after your own finances as diligently as your business budgeting. And if youre running a business at home with everything going through your personal account, stop and set up a separate business account right now. Have experts you can call on  Just because youre a whizz at business it doesnt mean that youre an expert in every area relating to it. Being able to fulfil your role effectively is dependent on having the right advisors around you, either as full-time employees or professionals whose services you can rely on. A good business lawyer, an accountant and a tax advisor should be your starting three. The financial advice services provided by major companies like Goldstone Financial Group can also be massively helpful. Learn some basic accounting  Even with professional advice and the services of a full-time accountant, its helpful for you to know the basics of accounting as well. Take an introductory course to familiarize yourself with the terms used and how the flow of money works. That will help you to understand and manage your business better and will allow you to make informed financial decisions. You can also use accounting software, but this is no substitute for being able to look at the books and see whats going on yourself. Keep track of your expenses and regularly review your business costs. Check where you can make savings and identify those factors that can most affect your cash flow. How can these be best managed? Plan for the future of your small business  You should always try to keep at least 6-12 months worth of business expenses in liquid cash reserves to ensure business continuity if anything unexpected happens. At the same time, make sure your insurance plans are up to date and that pensions, taxes, etc., are all paid regularly. This is to avoid suddenly being saddled with a large unpaid bill that you havent budgeted for. Get expert financial projections for your business and build these into your long-term business plan. Be prepared for rough patches ahead and have a strategy, as well as the financial resources, to deal with them. As a start-up you can get used to surviving from hand to mouth, but once your business is up and running its essential to have some backup funds always to hand. Dont put all your eggs in one basket  It may seem like a good idea to plough all of your profits back into the business, but in fact that is an extremely risky strategy. Experts recommend investing excess capital separately with a very different risk profile. In investment terms, this is akin to maintaining a diverse portfolio, which is one of the basic principles of risk management. Pay yourself before you put any money back as well, and pay yourself enough to save 10-20% of your income for the future. To some extent this also falls under keeping your finances separate. Make sure that your business is not your only asset. Be diligent and punctual  Good habits can go a long way towards keeping your finances straight. Pay your bills and your taxes on time. Invoice clients promptly, and be consistent about chasing up unpaid invoices. Manage the credit you extend to clients and customers and make sure youre getting the best deal on things like utilities. Be frugal where you can, but spend wisely where it counts. Financial management is largely a matter of disciplined behavior, common sense and good advice. Look after your money and it will look after you.

How to Use Foursquare For Recruitment

How to Use Foursquare For Recruitment People are using location-based phone applications more regularly now; for check-ins, offers and special events. FourSquare is an app that uses the location services on a smart phone to check people into to nearby registered places, with the ability for users to become Mayors and collect special offers. This freely available data is a great tool for recruiters who may want to use a new method of seeking candidates especially those passive candidates that may not be looking actively for a job. Profile As with any social network it is crucial that, as a recruiter, you look like a real person when using the application or website. Once you have registered for your free account, ensure your profile is filled out with the  correct (and up-to-date) information (name, phone number, e-mail address, bio, location and gender) with a high-quality photo uploaded (the image to the left is an example of a rubbish profile!). Do not use your Foursquare profile as a secret profile with very little information you want candidates to notice you, to connect with you and not just pass on by thinking you are fake. As with Facebook pages, it could also be useful to create a brand page for your company, especially if you have various locations for your offices or premises. You can do this through your own personal profile, and it is extremely easy to keep control of all your FourSquare locations from the one page. You can leave tips, update details, and people can follow your page adding to your companys employer branding and social presence. Guerilla marketing FourSquare is fantastic for guerilla marketing especially when you can use other venues to advertise your jobs. If you are filling a position at a certain office/location, travel to that location and open up FourSquare. At venues nearby (such as coffee shops etc), leave Tips which are relevant to the place (e.g. Try the Fish of the Day), but add a little note about your job (Try the Fish of the Day, and then come over to [place] as we are hiring!). Using this method will leave the tips on the venues, and users can find them when checking into the venues, or just browsing the application. Dont make it too obvious that you are using it as an advertising method make the tips relevant to the location, but just add a note about your open position. You can even add photos to tips so if you want to really suggest a plate, add a photo of it when writing the tip itll make your tip more interesting to users that are browsing the venues page. Twitter search FourSquare has a sharing option via its app for users to post their check-ins to their Twitter feed most FourSquare users use this option, and therefore its an easy way to check who goes where and when. FourSquare posts on Twitter can be useful for two reasons for checking the right time to contact a candidate (ie if they are in a cafe every day at lunchtime, contact them then!) and to see who checks in at your business or nearby (which may not be completely viewable on FourSquare. There is an extremely easy way to search for FourSquare check-ins on Twitter. Simply enter 4sq.com and then the company name (example above) this will show you all the FourSquare users who have shared their checkins at that certain location, and especially when they have done so. You can then research them from using the details on their profile, and decide whether to contact them about the position. It will also give you an idea (from their tweets) of their personality something you may not get from looking at their FourSquare profile. Also use the search option to see people who check in near to your location or business this can save time when looking for the right people who need to be local for the job. Mayors FourSquare has a exclusive element Mayorships. When a user checks in to a venue more days than any other use over a 60 day period, they become Mayor of the venue, and this is  publicly  visible on the FourSquare venue page. At some venues, mayors are rewarded with special offers and prizes. Take a look at the venues around your company are there any mayors at these places? Do these people own mayorships to various places in a certain vicinity of your company? Contact them, they may be interested in working there too! Conclusions FourSquare is one of my favourite applications on my phone the stats are brilliant and its simple to use. Its also free, and if you use these tips along with the Twitter searching and mixing it with finding LinkedIn profiles, you will recruit the best talent and save time checking whether they live nearby. Have you used FourSquare to recruit? Are you a mayor of any locations? Have you found any hidden tip/part of FourSquare that has helped you to recruit? Please tell us in the comments. RELATED: How to Use Twitter to Source Candidates by Location Featured image: Shutterstock

Writing Resume of Someone Over 50 Years Old

Writing Resume of Someone Over 50 Years OldIf you're currently writing a resume of someone over 50 years old, it might be that you think they might be retired. Some people would agree with this, but the fact is that this person's needs have evolved over the years and their job responsibilities have changed.If you're a job seeker, chances are you are only in a position to get a job for a limited amount of time. If you are searching for employment, it can be very tempting to submit an application to hundreds of companies. It's possible that you might get rejected and lose your dream job if you submitted a resume that doesn't match the expectations of the company.One thing that you can do to make sure you get a response is to prepare your own career resume. There is a lot of information that is available online about career search resume examples. You can also get advice from professionals who work in this field.Many people think that job hunting takes place online. A resume is simply n ot enough when you want to stand out among the many other resumes that are being submitted to companies. The first impression that a potential employer has of you, will determine whether you are hired or not. Even if you don't have experience working with computers, there are plenty of examples on the internet that demonstrate how to create a resume that attracts attention.Remember that the earlier you start preparing your resume, the better. You need to first decide how much information you want to include. Remember that the longer the resume, the higher the chances that you will get a response. The best approach to preparing a resume of someone over 50 years old is to make it as short as possible while still informing the reader what exactly the position requires.If you are looking for a job that requires complicated functions, it's likely that you will need a number of years of experience. Of course, if you don't have experience in such situations, it might be a better idea to ke ep it short and focused. After all, employers will appreciate any tips they can get regarding basic typing skills.If you are trying to tell the prospective employer about your best qualities, you can include a personal statement and references within your resume. The reason you want to do this is because this information can be used as a positive reference by the company. In fact, they may even want to ask you to come back in for an interview if you have these materials in place.After getting a response to your resume, try to ensure that you've made the most of your person's experiences. This includes something that was written down by the person and something that an employer can look at. There is nothing wrong with keeping a piece of paper from your past in case the company needs it later.

Top Online Resume Writing Companies

Top Online Resume Writing CompaniesIf you are applying for a job online, it is in your best interest to do research to find the top online resume writing companies. Your goal is to make sure that you write an impressive resume, and this can be easier said than done. There are plenty of tools and materials online that can help you learn about what to include on your resume, but that information is not always easy to find.This article will provide a simple method for finding the top online resume writing companies in your area. In order to find the top companies, you must remember that there is no such thing as the best online resume writing companies. The best companies are those that offer the most value to their clients.When you find a company that you like, be sure to talk to other clients in your client base. You want to see if they are satisfied with the services that they receive from a particular company. It is important to ask them questions that will give you the opportunity to find out exactly what you need to know about the company's experience, training, and business reputation.To make sure that you are finding the top online resume writing companies, it is important to keep all of your options open. You do not want to settle for anything less than the best. Because you will have more companies to choose from, it is important to find a company that offers you the best products, and who can provide you with training and mentoring. These are all things that can make a world of difference when it comes to your job search.It is important to understand that finding a professional resume writer is only one part of the job. You must also understand that your resume should be written in a professional manner, and that it should be unique. Once you have found a company that can assist you in these areas, it is important to become familiar with the company before you begin writing your resume.As soon as you are aware of what a resume is supposed to look like, you will know what to expect. Many times, you will be asked to read a sample resume before you ever receive one in the mail. This will give you an idea of what to expect as you work with a professional resume writer.Another reason why you should consider hiring a professional resume writer is because you want to make sure that your online resume is professionally formatted and written. Most online resume writing companies offer templates to assist you with this process. You will be able to access these templates online, and you will also have the ability to alter them to suit your own personal needs.Remember that when you are applying for a job online, the most important thing is to be prepared. Find the top online resume writing companies in your area, and make sure that you are prepared to submit a professionally written resume. The more prepared you are, the better you will be able to impress your potential employer.

Its 2010 Do You Know Where Your Digital Footprint Is

Its 2010 Do You Know Where Your Digital Footprint Is I had the pleasure of being on the Career Clinicians Radio show last week to talk about the importance of online identity and online networking in a job search. During this one hour show I answered the following questions:Can you explain to our listeners what you mean by the term digital footprint?How can job seekers find their digital footprint?How important is it in today’s tough economy for job seekers to “be found” on the Internet (talk about the importance of building online profiles and participating in social media / business networking sites)?What are the websites you recommend that job seekers have a presence on (LinkedIn, Google Profiles, ZoomInfo, Facebook, and Twitter)?Can you briefly tell our listeners the differences and benefits of each site you mentioned?Which sites are best for which type of job seeker?What are recruiters and / or employers looking for when they search for a candidate?Can you explain the term “digital dirt” to our listeners and how they can cover that up?What can a job search candidate do if they have a common name, such as John or Jane Smith?What privacy concerns should job seekers be aware of?You can listen to the show here.

How to Deal with Rejection IM HIRED

How to Deal with Rejection How to deal with rejection clue isnt not a tub of ice cream! Youve ticked every box, spent hours on the perfect CV, you aced the telephone interview, stood out in the group interview, asked all the right questions and wrote a personal unique thank you note you waited and waited for feedback and then it came. You didnt get the job! How?   This was probably your first question and youre no doubt frustrated and ready to give up. Unfortunately, in the recruitment process you are going to have times where you dont secure the position but remember it is not always personal. Most employers are currently getting approximately 118 applications per role which means inevitability not all applicants who are right for the role can get through. Mindset is a huge part of the recruitment process and this is even more applicable when you get the feedback that you havent been successful. Always remember you didnt fail instead this is just a setback and you need to stay motivated to try again. Getting Feedback It is so important to get feedback from every unsuccessful application you send off. If the interviewer hasnt openly given feedback then definitely ask. This will help you pinpoint the areas where you might be struggling. For example if you got through the sifting stage and the telephone interview then you can assume youve done well in those sections. However if you didnt pass the face to face interview that is probably where your prep needs revisiting and needs more work. Make note of all the feedback your given. Whether it was an answer to a particular questions or the image you presented to the employer. Sometimes we do things in interviews completely unconsciously  so being aware of this can help you try to avoid it next time. (For example some applicants can actually come across uninterested or even not bothered in an interview but really that is just their way they present themselves when they are nervous.) Knowing this can help you to attempt to train yourself out of doing that; potentially through completing mock interviews to reduce the nerves. What to do next? Try, Try and Try again. I couldnt make it clearer that the recruitment process might not be the most difficult process. It is absolutely one of the most time consuming tasks (ever heard the phrase finding a job is a job in itself I fully agree.) Youre going to need to spend a lot of your time focusing on finding a new job. Always have your end goal in mind to keep you driven and just remember that when you are successful in getting that job. You wont need to do this again straight away (like my mum would always say this is a means to an end.) Should you reassess? As I mentioned you should always keep your goal in mind. Dont just give up after the first huddle but there is probably a time where you should reevaluate whether what you are aiming for is achievable. Dont panic I am not suggesting anyone should just settle at a certain point and take second best. The job market is ever changing so you may have changed so your spec might have to alter too.Sit down and really think about all the reasons why you might have been unsuccessful on several occasions. (this is much easier if you have your interview feedback.) Now this isnt supposed to be about criticising yourself and picking out every made up fault you think you have. This needs to be constructive. Like ticking off your shopping list you need to ensure every box in the recruitment process is checked; revisit your CV and make sure it was detailed enough, ask yourself did you go the extra mile and send that thank you note or send them your portfolio of work? If you start seeing some boxes un-ticked then these are the areas to spend a little bit more time on next time round. What are you worth? Its not everyones favourite subject but another key aspect to consider is the salary you peg yourself at. Especially if you have been searching for a while. Now I am definitely not suggesting that if you have been searching for a while then drop £10,000 off your asking price. But I am saying you need to do your research (knowledge is power all over again!) So what am I referring to when I tell you to do your research? Well certain job values can go up and down in a similar way to housing markets. If a job is in high demand by employers due to a lack of qualified applicants then the salaries employers pay will be much higher. Simply if you have been out of the game for a while its worth having a look online to see what the average is for that sector. You can do this on most job board. Break it down by region as certain place such as London will pay more. Always remember recruitment is not a game of quantity. Dont measure your success at the end of the day by how many applications you have forwarded through but instead measure your successful on how tailored you made each applications.  Yes doing this is going to take a lot more time than pressing applying on every job on the job boards but your ratio to success will be much greater.   Top Tip Alert Put aside some serious time into your job search. (surely  you can miss one night out or just not binge watch that show on netflix for one weekend.) Ask for help; its much easier than doing it all alone. Reach out to your network, whether that be to review your CV or go through a mock interview with you. Research until you know as much about the company as the CEO. Well maybe you dont need to know that much but you should know the ins and outs of a company. Also, try not to have verbal diarrhoea. Instead feed your research into your answers throughout the interview not just madly at the end. Get detailed feedback after every interview. Remember due to the volume of applications   it is unlikely you will get feedback after just submitting an application. Always remain enthusiastic and proactive in your job search. Its so easy to be demotivated when you havent been success first time round but use it as a learning curve. Remember to stay positive when you are searching for a new career and never give up, in the words of  Elbert Hubbard: “There is no failure except in no longer trying.”