JobSeekers of Peachtree City
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In This Issue
1. Inspiration: An Unholy Trinity
2. Success Story: Husband and Wife Land Jobs in the Same Week
3. This Week's Meeting: Acing the Interview
4. Networking: ABC from 10:15 to 11:30
5. Job Leads: Leads and Links in South Metro Atlanta
6. Contact: Chaplain and Ship's Crew
7. Donate: You Could Help Save a Career, a Home or Even a Marriage
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1. Inspiration: An Unholy Trinity
Job search is hard.
Along with divorce, job search is one of the toughest attacks on your ego that you will ever face. To be sure, there are things in life that are tougher, such as the death of a loved one, a life-threatening illness or injury, and maybe a prison sentence.
I'm constantly reminded of the fact that, in search, we are called upon to be at our professional best right after someone told us we weren't worth having around any more. That's enough to get you down right there! But there may be other, more negative forces working on you than meets the eye.
John Eldredge writes in Wild at Heart, "Whatever specific terrain you are called to -- at home, at work ... you will always encounter three enemies: the world, the flesh, and the devil. They make up sort of an unholy trinity." When we reach a crisis point in our lives, the unholy trinity combines forces to make the battle even tougher. Job search isn't just about finding a job; it's part of a cosmic battle for our hearts. Here's a glimpse into what's going on:
1. The world attacks our hearts.
The world rejects us. Your former employer said, "Get lost." Your target company said, "We don't want you." Your networking contact said, "I'm too busy." All this rejection can wear us down.
The world tells us to change our attitude. "Friend, you've got to change your attitude. You've got to pull yourself up by the bootstraps." Sometimes I think those of us with good intentions and good attitudes lay a guilt trip on those who don't share our positive outlook on life. The person with the bad attitude often thinks, "What's wrong with me that I can't snap my fingers and suddenly be in a good mood?" To the encouragers of the world, including myself, I am saying to help people pull themselves up when they are unable to do it themselves.
2. The flesh attacks our hearts.
The flesh betrays us. Did you notice on the previous point that part of it was about the world sending the seeker a message, but the response came from within the mind of the seeker? Our self-talk is one of the most destructive forces to our psyche. Everyone has negative thoughts; we handle those thoughts differently. One affirmation I use is: "I think positive. I deliberately voice a positive thought to cancel out any negative thought that comes to mind concerning my personal powers. I have formed the habit of positive thinking."
Pride is another destructive force. I've seen a lot of people derail their job search because of pride. Friends, humble yourselves and ask for help. Ask friends for help; listen to their counsel. Ask for professional help; it may pay dividends far beyond your job search. Ask God for help; he is standing at your door and knocking.
And speaking of the flesh, poor health -- whether it's a disease, illness or injury -- can play a big role in a job search. Do everything you can to maintain good health, and if that isn't enough -- if your health is still a factor -- use your advisory team to develop a realistic, achievable goal for your career.
3. The devil attacks our hearts.
The devil deceives us. Sometimes that self-doubt isn't just from you. Jesus called the devil "the father of lies." He was speaking to the Pharisees when he said, "You belong to your father, the devil, and you want to carry out your father's desire. He was a murderer from the beginning, not holding to the truth, for there is no truth in him. When he lies, he speaks his native language, for he is a liar and the father of lies." (John 8:44)
The father of lies may be speaking to you. Satan may be placing negative thoughts in your head and fear in your heart. He just loves it when we are at a crisis point in our lives because we are so vulnerable. "Be self-controlled and alert. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour." (1 Peter 5:8)
Eldredge writes in Captivating, "All the Enemy has to do to destroy people is to get them isolated, [like] a lamb separated from the flock." Satan wants to separate you from your employer, your target companies, your network, your advisory team, your family -- and, most of all -- your spouse. Don't let the enemy win! Fight back with the power of the Holy Trinity.
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I used to work in an office that was right beside some railroad tracks. Every now and then I'd see a 100-car train loaded with coal start from a complete standstill. It took four engines working at maximum power to get it rolling. At first it moved very slowly, but before it was out of sight, it would be moving at 45 miles per hour.
Which way is your train headed?
Maybe those four engines -- your negative attitude, combined with the world, the flesh and the devil -- have you headed south. They're building momentum, and you're headed in the wrong direction.
Stop the engines. Change your course. Pray for a willing spirit; derail the forces of evil working against you. Hook up the powerful engines of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. Get your train rolling toward True North.
See you (every Friday morning)tomorrow at JobSeekers, where we claim the power of the Holy Trinity.
Copyright © 2010 / Dave O'Farrell / All Rights Reserved
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2. Success Story: Husband and Wife Land Jobs in the Same Week
We love to hear from you when you land a new position. Please write and let us know how you found your job, what you learned from the experience, and how JobSeekers helped you.
Last week I received five "Hey Dave, I got a job" messages in 33 hours. The twist? It was for seven people; two messages were for both the husband and the wife. Friends, there is hope. To shorten your search, here's what you need: world-class tools, excellent communication skills, a winning game plan, and a positive attitude.
Here's one of the two messages from both a husband and a wife.
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Hey guys,
I wanted to let you know that I accepted an offer for a "bill paying job" today with (name withheld for privacy) that starts Monday...It puts me back...in salary, but it'll certainly exceed unemployment. I'm grateful for the offer and will attack it with vim and vigor. I've been hired for a newly created position and, from the job description, I have the transferable skills to do well with it. (X) is a good company with a good reputation in the industry.
I wanted to tell all of you and the rest of the Ship's Crew "thank you" for all of your support. When I was first let go... (my wife)told a co-worker about my situation. The advice (the co-worker) sent to me was "tell him he can go ahead and thank God right now for what He is going to provide." It resonated with me. I knew she was 100% right from the second I heard it. Of course I was thinking of my next job. Until about six months into it, I had no idea that the biggest gift He was going to provide was the relationships that came during the job search journey, most of then out of JobSeekers of PTC. You guys are awesome! Thanks.
name omitted for privacy)
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3. This Week's Meeting: Acing the Interview
To be better prepared for the meeting, bring a "good fit" job lead and three copies of your resume with you. Hopefully, your lead will be for a job interview you have next week. If you don't have an interview scheduled, bring a job lead and your preparation for a position you'd like to interview for.
My concern is that we work hard to win interviews, and then don't do the preparation it takes to capitalize on the opportunities when they finally come along. Tomorrow, we'll get some practice in so you can "ace" your next interview.
Who: All are welcome; the topics are targeted for professionals, managers and executives.
What: JobSeekers is a nondenominational career ministry.
When: Friday mornings from 7:30 to 10:00 am.
Where: First Baptist Church in Peachtree City; 208 Willow Bend Road.
Why: We work with you to find a job, and we walk with you on your journey of faith.
Attire: Business casual.
Agenda: 7:30 coffee / 7:45 welcome and devotional / 8:10 introductions and announcements / 8:45 job search training module / 10:00 adjourn to the Atlanta Bread Company
We look forward to seeing you on Friday!
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4. Networking
Atlanta Bread Company
After the JobSeekers meeting, we go to the ABC from 10:15 to 11:30 for an informal gathering. There's no agenda; we just have fellowship and help each other out.
Newnan First UMC Job Networking Ministry
Come join us at our next meeting on Tuesday 14 September 6:00 PM.
Meetings are always held the second Tuesday of each month in the Parish Hall of Newnan First United Methodist Church. The church is located at 33 Greenville Street in Newnan. You may reach them by telephone at 770-253-7400 or click here and select "Job Network" under "Resources" on the left side of the home page. We look forward to seeing you there.
College Park Job Seekers
Have a family member, friend or neighbor concerned that they may lose their job, and they cannot take time off to attend a job seekers group? Attend the College Park Job Seekers Group which meets the first Saturday in every month from 9:00 am – 11:30 am. The next meeting is Saturday 4 September. This is a community service of Living Hope Christian Fellowship, 5885 Mallory Road, College Park, Georgia 770-306-9922.
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http://jobseekers-ptc.org/js/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=49&Itemid=71
For more leads go to: JobSeekers of PTC on LinkedIn; go to the 'jobs' tab.
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Donate to the JobSeekers' Ministry
You could help save a career, a home or even a marriage.
Job loss puts stress on our health, our finances, our relationships, our churches, and our community. Ultimately is affects our walk with the Lord and the kingdom of God. Your donations have helped save marriages, health, homes, college educations, and cross-country relocations. You can help alleviate these challenges for someone else by donating to the ongoing ministry of JobSeekers. Please send your tax-deductible donation to:
JobSeekers of PTC
P.O. Box 2124
Peachtree City, GA 30269
There's another way to donate: with the generous gift of your time. We are seeking to add to our Ship's Crew. We need a group of dedicated men and women who can come to most of the meetings on Friday and establish relationships with our new and existing members. Let me know if you are interested.
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Published by:
Dave O'Farrell
O'Farrell Career Management
Career Coaching and Outplacement Consulting
21 Eastbrook Bend, Suite 217
Peachtree City, Georgia 30269
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"Helping people put their lives back together and get their careers back on track."
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