Gold Medal Job Search Episode 010

In this episode, Mike Tomasello emphasizes the critical role of mindset in the job search process. He discusses how negative self-talk can lead to self-sabotage and the importance of viewing job offers as achievements rather than failures. The conversation highlights the need for continuous improvement and a growth mindset, encouraging listeners to celebrate their progress and strive for betterment in their job search efforts. Ultimately, adopting a gold medal attitude can help individuals navigate the competitive job market more effectively.

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Mike Tomasello is a Job Search coach, speaker, & trainer who helps ambitious employees get fast-tracked to the Executive Suite. Manager to Director, Director to VP, & VP to C-Level. Whether you work for a start-up or a Fortune 100, I've coached executives up to the Fortune 100 level.

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Takeaways

• Mindset significantly impacts job search success.
• Negative self-talk can lead to self-sabotage.
• Viewing job offers as gold medals can shift perspective.
• Celebrating being a finalist is crucial for self-esteem.
• The competition for jobs is fierce, akin to sports.
• Continuous improvement is key to standing out.
• Aiming for just 1% better can lead to significant progress.
• Job search success rates are low; persistence is essential.
• A growth mindset fosters happiness and achievement.
• Opportunities in the job market are abundant if you keep improving.

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