Let's be honest, we all have self-doubt. 

Job searching is hard! It can erode your self-confidence! It can create self-doubt that can sabotage your efforts!

So, what can you do today to inoculate yourself against self-doubt?

1.Take inventory

Make a list of your best qualities, both professional and personal.

Then prioritize these best qualities in order of what means most to you and what makes you most proud


2. Consider what things sow seeds of self-doubt in you

Make that list too

Which of these things can you control? 


3. Now look at these lists together. 

  • Your first list will help you remember what makes you, YOU! These qualities are your BRAND! Maybe you are analytical, or an empathetic listener, or a competent decision-maker, or you serve others. 
  • Your second list are the things you must throw in the trash - empty them from your mind. When they creep in, remind your inner critic that they mean nothing. There is nothing you can do about them because you do not control them.

4. Next, look at what quality/qualities you want to highlight to others.

  • Look at what you can control.
  • This is where you want to focus your efforts.
  • What defines you is your qualities, not your self-doubt. 

Celebrate the wonderful person you are! Celebrate your unique and awesome self!


If some assistance in fighting off self-doubt, developing your lists, or other job search issues is something you feel you'd benefit from, I'm here to help!

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