If you find that you don’t have work lined up right after you graduate college, it is not the end of the world. Many grads right now are having the same issue. However, it is how you handle the situation and yourself that will set you apart from them when you are looking for a job. Make sure to keep your confidence at a high level at all times. Now, this may seem like something that can’t happen, but it has to. You have to push through and keep on the right path, because odds are, if you don’t, that person next to you will the same qualifications, will get the shot when you falter.

A positive attitude is the most common thread among all winners. It will separate you from the many who give up, settle for less, or stay in unattractive situations. It’s easy to build a will to succeed if you follow some basic guidelines.

1—Develop positive beliefs. Now is a good time to remind yourself of all the good things you have done. Write down positive things “you’ve done and can do.” Make it as long and complete as possible. You will find it reassuring. It will begin to provide reinforcement for the positive attitude you must maintain. For example: I have increased profi ts. I have attracted new business. I have cut costs, etc. Here are some “can do’s” to consider: I can work with all levels of people. I can get things done quickly. I can motivate others, and so forth.

2—Get rid of negative beliefs. Having built a set of positive beliefs about yourself, your second step is to get rid of beliefs that might inhibit your will to succeed. Are you saying, “Things are bad, it’s a grim world out there.” If so, this simply refl ects your beliefs about “the way you think things really are.” If you believe the economy is bad, you will see breaking news and pay attention to layoffs or sales declines. On the other hand, if you believe that there are many areas of opportunity, then you will notice new fi rms, new products and the like.

3—Set your expectations high. Our expectations affect what happens to us. Obvious examples are the many sports teams and athletes who, when asked about their success, often reply, “We expected all along that we would win.” A close look at the leaders in almost any fi eld reveals a common theme. Whether it’s a leading scientist, educator, salesperson, or leader of industry, each of them have had positive expectations of themselves.

4—Put positive expectations to work. For instance, if someone tells you that an interview can take only 15 minutes, recognize it’s a screening interview and build expectations that it will allow you to showcase your potential. Here’s another example: Suppose you had an excellent interview, called twice afterwards, and got no response. Don’t assume they have lost interest. Instead, assume they’re busy and that they are still very interested. Decide now that your second meeting will be better than the fi rst. With that kind of expectation, you will then fi nd it easy to write a short follow-up note that your interest continues to grow, and that you are dedicated to becoming the best ever in the job.

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