I cannot believe it’s only Tuesday, Monday felt like a Wednesday to me! Lately, my life has been consumed with job applications and writing cover letters. For being only about 3-4 full paragraphs, cover letters can take an extraordinary amount of time writing & editing!
I’ve developed a system for job applications that involve a clean desk or work space but I like to keep some items handy:
Legal Pad: I always keep a legal pad nearby because I prefer to write down my thoughts rather than type them. So, I write an outline for a cover letter on a legal pad and then when I have my thoughts together, I begin typing.
Chips: I like to have a snack sometimes if I’ve been working long enough & I like a crunch in my snack!
Starbucks: For when I need the extra push of caffeine.
Highlighter & Pen: Never go anywhere without ’em.
Music: When I have to write a long paper, I pick one song & play it on repeat. Eventually, I lose track of the lyrics & just focus on the rhythm. Turns out the same holds true for job applications!
Hair Tie: I absolutely cannot work when my hair is in my way, I’m sure I’m not the only girl who’s this way!
Most importantly, I allow myself mini breaks if I’ve been productive & like to look at funny pictures to make myself laugh & de-stress. My current favorite:
How do you get in the swing of job/internship applications?
I just pound them out while listening to a reality show in the background
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