Idealist Guide to Nonprofit Careers for First-time Job Seekers

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Chapter Two
Balancing act: The psychology of the job search

In Chapter Two you will:

• Understand that although there are inevitable highs and lows in a job search, there are aspects of the search that you can control.
• Identify how your personality affects your job search and how a strong self-perception can help your search.
• Be aware of several key factors that can help you make your job search a more positive and effective process.

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