Restaurants are shut down, classes are canceled, businesses have closed, most states are on complete lockdown, and all-important dates are rescheduled. Everyone on social media is wondering what they can do at this time. COVID’19 pandemic is forcing us to face a new reality.
Social distancing is making everyone change their daily routine. That’s a lot to manage mentally if you are used to going out a lot and doing more outdoor than indoor activities. The good news is, you can definitely benefit from this temporary phase of staying at home.
Think of it this way...you are taking a break to up-skill, reflect on your career, find motivation, and set yourself up for the career you always dreamt of. Here are some ideas to benefit from staying at home:
1.Reflect on your previous career:
This is a really good time for you to reflect on your life. You only live once so make sure you do what you love! Finding ways to feel satisfied with your work provides you with a sense of purpose. What skills and values do you need to employ in your work so that you can love what you do?
Find purpose in your career. Ask yourself if you are achieving your purpose. Does what you do satisfy your values? What will you need to do to find more fulfillment in your career? Finding ways to feel satisfied with your work provides you with a sense of purpose. What skills and values do you need to employ in your work so that you can love what you do?
2. Discover new possibilities:
After you reflected on your career now’s your chance to discover new possibilities and career opportunities. The first step is to think carefully about your priority list, what are you looking for and what are your priorities? Are you looking for instant cash? Does job satisfaction come first before a good salary? When you learn about your priorities you will be able to open door to careers you might not have considered before. Once you have that foundation, you can start defining your job search for a career that best fits you.
3.Build new skills:
Since you are stuck at home you can use this break to develop and learn new skills that could help you fill the gaps in starting your new career path. You can boost your technical skills by watching online videos. You can read a book about a topic you were always so interested to discover. You can even take an online class and earn a certification that will add up on your resume.
4.Build your network online:
Because everyone is stuck at home the amount of time people spend online is now skyrocketing. Devote some time to market yourself online and grow your network. Whether it would be connecting with people from the same field on LinkedIn and Twitter or starting your blog or even your Youtube channel. This is the perfect time to get out of your comfort zone and start interacting with writers, scientists, programmers, or people sharing the same career passion and, maybe learn a few new skills at the same time!.