Need a JOB? Consider Going to WORK.

“The reason most people do not recognize an opportunity when they meet it is because it usually goes around wearing overalls and looking like Hard Work.” - Henry Dodd

IMHO - Henry Dodd made a simple point about 100 years ago that has aged quite well. In fact, this is useful and practical advice for almost anyone who is willing to listen and act accordingly. PLEASE let me help you. Keep reading...with an open mind.

Today, in 2023, we use words to describe #WORK that, for many people, are now meaningless like: #upskilling, #RTO, #remote work, #AI, #gig and the ever popular #JOB.

So before we go much further, let's take a look at how the Dictionary defines this 'work thing':

WORK - w?rk - noun

1. Physical or mental effort or activity directed toward the production or accomplishment of something.
2. Such effort or activity by which one makes a living; employment.
3. A trade, profession, or other means of livelihood.

Due to many factors, a lot of people need or would like to WORK because they've lost their jobs. Their former employers and those old jobs are never coming back. That's the sad reality for a lot of people.

As a result, they can't find another job. Well, at least not a job that they want to do, or are familiar with, or have been trained to do, or which meets their exacting expectations, that is.

So they're stuck. They can often feel helpless, abused, left out, desperate, paralyzed, fearful and helpless. Does this sound like YOU?

If so, you're not alone. And you are not without options.

But here's the rub: you'll have to think and do some things you've never thought about or done before. It may be difficult, challenging and even physically demanding. And you may have to #relocate, change #industries, switch #careers and un-learn a few things that you thought you knew but are now proving to be false or impractical in today's #economy. Trust me, change is good - even for YOU.

#LinkedInNews just published an excellent update under the headline "Blue-collar wages are booming." Read the #CNBC article it featured HERE: "As recession fears fade, we may be experiencing a ‘richcession’ instead — here’s what that means for you." I hope you'll take the time to read it because it can change your thinking and your future if you're paying attention.

The good news: there are MANY JOBS available that involve WORK. That can often be hard work. They're called 'blue collar jobs.'

These are jobs in industries like #construction, #transportation, #manufacturing, #farming, #infrastructure, #shipping, #landscaping, #excavation, heavy #equipment operation, #forestry, #railroads, #energy - and other often 'dirty jobs.'

A lot of employers in these industries are looking for good, honest people who want to work. These employers are often willing to treat people fairly and pay them plenty if they will WORK, and stick around long enough to be trained and learn to become proficient at their jobs. I know, that's kind of 'old school' but it still works today - if you're willing to try it.

So how do you FIND an #employer and a #job? Here are the 6 simple steps:

1) Go to JOBTIMIZE and complete the FREE assessment. 2) Download the complete FREE report. 3) Determine your best job-fit. 4) Read and follow the specific job recommendations for YOU. 5) Visit the employer sites and FREE job listings. 6) Apply for the jobs using the easy-to-use links and resources.

Did I mention that all of this FREE? You won't need a recruiter and you won't need to subscribe to anything. I am not making this up.

You may very well get a job, go to work and start making some money sooner than you think. Which is nice. And as usual, this advice comes with my exclusive 'No Problem Guarantee' - if you don't like it, use it or agree with it, then no problem.

Russ Minary specialized in hiring strategies and talent consulting before retiring.? Read his many LinkedIn articles which are full of FREE advice and resources for both job-seekers and employers.