A New Beginning

In a seemingly surprising second anxiety can take over our mindset bringing about troubling thoughts and related actions. While we think we have control over our lives, the thought is not accurate. However, we do have control over how we react to a misalignment or a misstep that can either lead to a ‘quitting’ mentality or better times ahead. 

It is crucial to take control of one’s life to prevent health issues and work towards a better tomorrow. Our blog offers insights on ‘How to convert anxiety into a new beginning.’

Strive to Reduce Anxiety

The workforce is changing at almost all levels, creating high levels of stress among many. Those with families and bills to pay are among the most vulnerable individuals in a highly challenging situation. No single cure solves everything, nor is it beneficial for everyone, but it is vital to test the more appealing ideas to see if one or several may be helpful.

-       Exercise indoors or outdoors stimulates energy that ultimately relieves stress.

-       The outdoors offers biking, walking, and hiking paths, and potentially admirable scenery.

-       Laughter with good friends via sharing jokes and stories moves one to better times.

-       Creative projects turn attention to what one enjoys doing.

-       Collaborative efforts can increase the energy one feels and stimulate new ideas for moving forward.

Your New Beginning

If you are on a tight budget, it is crucial to find a new job that works out better than the previous one. Request to speak with other staff members to hear their perspectives concerning working at the place of employment and ask them questions you may not want to ask a recruiter.

Many people jump at the first opportunity. It’s best to line up at least three interviews close in time to weigh the pros and cons of each and hopefully make a better selection. Know that a higher-paying position isn’t the only critical factor. 

Ask and listen for:

-       Training for new employees

-       Advancement possibilities down the road

-       The tone of voice speaking to you and the selected words.

-       A willingness to answer questions.

-       The timeline for a decision for acceptance.

Weigh Possibilities

After having all your questions answered by multiple sources, it’s time to compare all the responses. It is essential to note that 

income should not be the top priority. Why? 

Imagine being treated as if you and your ideas don’t matter, and that nothing you say or do is considered good work. There is little doubt that you will want to seek new work soon. Worse, it’s not easy to acquire a new job if you have been at your current job for under a year.

Negotiation Can Improve offers

Not everyone has experience with official negotiation training. However, asking questions is an informal approach to negotiating various topics while seeking a better offer. Always speak with a pleasant tone and friendly words to encourage a preferred answer. 

Examples include:

-       Let the recruiter know that you have a better monetary offer elsewhere and ask if management may match it, as you prefer to work at their company.

-       If the start date will interrupt vacation plans, inquire if you can begin on another day. Provide a specific reason why the person will likely embrace the request. For example, stating that vacation will put you in a better frame of mind to give your all to the new job will typically encourage a desirable outcome. 

Reframe your approach to negotiation by viewing it as a friendly conversation aimed at finding a mutually beneficial solution for all parties involved. Typically, people are impressed by the relaxed nature of the negotiation style and will be more likely to work with you. Most often it is possible to increase the odds in your favor.

Entrepreneurship

It’s essential to consider one’s standing at any given point in time before launching a new business. Admittedly, anxiety easily returns on multiple fronts. However, in this case, upon embracing the motivation to move forward, it will gradually decline in intensity but remain present to a lesser degree.

In both early and later career stages, it’s typically easier to create a new service, such as those living at home or financially stable individuals. Any mid-career status raises numerous financial questions that require serious consideration before starting anew. Additionally, entrepreneurship quickly reveals the technicalities one is missing and the possibilities for seeking collaborative and full-time partnerships. Ultimately, however, a percentage of entrepreneurs find that the outcomes outweigh the ongoing challenges.

Conclusion:  Anxiety Plus New Actions Can Lead to A New Beginning

We are each unique individuals, and one can conjure up a better answer for what to do next than oneself. The question becomes, if anxiety is holding us back today, how can we overcome it for a better tomorrow? Daily quiet time to consider one’s possibilities, including the pros and cons of each, is vital for making a better decision. Whether or not the new job or effort works as we anticipate, much learning comes into play, allowing us to produce a more favorable outcome.

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