They Do Hire In Tough Times

I do not know about you, but I am constantly saddened by the job losses throughout the United States. I am saddened by the continued loss of jobs, but I am not disheartened.

Here is why: According to the Department of Labor there were nearly 3 million openings in the United States in February (most recent data). If you have just lost you job or if you are one of the 6.3 million without a job, then this may not seem very comforting. But I want to give you a little hope. Someone is obviously hiring. Job growth may not be what it was five years ago, but there are still jobs being opened.

How Can I Get These Jobs?

First, research. Find out where the jobs are, if you are on the right job hunt, and how to get the right education for that job.

Second, re-educate yourself if necessary. Take advantage of online courses to better your knowledge and career choice opportunities. Get into your local technical school or take part time jobs until you find that job you want.

Third, search for a job as if searching for your job was a full time job. Respectfully hound the personnel directors and heads of departments until you have connected with enough people to have created your own career search network.

Fourth, pray. This should be included in every step. Let God be God; He is always looking to be our Provider, so let Him.

Don't let the negative news about unemployment get you down. I absolutely hate it when they only report job loss and not job creation. The hopeless media outlets can discourage the most optimistic of people.

Do your own research and trust God - there is hope!