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Hang Tough In Tough
Times
E. Carol Webster, Ph.D.
Copyright © 2009
These are
tough economic times and just about everyone is feeling squeezed in one
way or another. It’s enough to make you depressed and, indeed, mental
health professionals are very busy these days. But what they will all
tell you is that those who are most resilient will weather these trying
times. And you can learn how to become one of these folks.
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Stay Focused |
Whether you’ve been laid off, are watching your business plummet, or are the
only one left to do all the work of your former team, try to keep your
focus. Get out and job hunt everyday, make the networking rounds to prospect
for new business, and stay visible with decision-makers if you’re still
employed. The natural tendency is to want to withdraw and to feel sorry for
yourself, but resist this. Those who withstand tough times must be tough
themselves.
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Look for New Solutions |
Chances are that the old way of doing things is not going to result in
success today. But no action guarantees no results, so go ahead and
try those strategies that have worked for you in the past. Then think of new
steps you can take to find that job or business. Add new people to your
network. Move in a new direction. Use your imagination. Resilient people
whose workload has tripled take advantage of corporate flux to recommend new
ways of doing things. They devise new strategies for tackling their so that
they don’t crumble under the weight of it all. You can do this too.
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Embrace Change |
During these difficult economic times, it’s best to expect change. Those who
fare best accept that things may need to be done differently now and look
for ways that this can have positive meaning for them. It’s important to
believe that you will weather the storm and possibly come out in better
shape somehow. Monitor your thoughts and stamp out negative, pessimistic
thinking. Look forward to what tomorrow may bring and let optimism guide
your actions in spite of the fact that today may feel pretty crummy.
Getting through tough times takes grit. You can do it. Keep working your
plan, use ingenuity to push through obstacles, and look for ways that
changes occurring in your life can have positive meaning for you. Until
things improve, hang tough!
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About the Author:
Dr. E. Carol Webster is a clinical
psychologist and speaker in consulting practice in Fort Lauderdale, FL. She is author of
the book for those dealing with the stress of success ―
Success
Management: How to Get to the Top and Keep Your Sanity Once You Get There,
and The Fear of Success: Stop It From Stopping You!
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the book to help you overcome fears that may be holding you back in your
life and career. To contact Dr. Webster about consulting or speaking at
your next event
visit online at http://drcarolwebster.com
or call 954.797.9766. |
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E. Carol
Webster, Ph.D. Clinical Psychology Consulting
7027 West Broward Boulevard, #262 Fort Lauderdale, FL 33317
954.797.9766 http://DrCarolWebster.com |
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