“In May 2024, I graduated with my doctorate in education from Indiana University.
“I also left a position that wouldn’t allow me to use my newly earned advanced degree. I had doubts and concerns about finding a new position.
“It had been ten years since I last looked for a job. Outside of knowing that I needed to update my resume and that I could look on Indeed for jobs, I felt lost.
“With the encouragement of my husband, I started attending the Active Job Search (AJS) group meetings held online. … I admit I felt intimidated the first time I joined an AJS session.
“I watched in awe as the other job searchers shared their ‘Me in 30 Seconds.’ Listening to their 30-second elevator pitches about themselves, I faced my first challenge in my job search: redefining my professional skills and sharing how I could use these skills to benefit an employer in 30 seconds.
“Terrifying as this was, this was one of many skills that helped me obtain my new position.
“I learned to keep my responses to the interviewers’ questions within 90 seconds.
“I learned how to tailor my resume for each position I applied. I also learn to add endorsements to my job accomplishments.
“There was also plenty of positive reinforcement from other job seekers, as we were often encouraged to share feedback and any strategies that could help someone find a job. Everyone in the meeting was friendly and willing to help me find a job.
“Lastly, the most important thing participating in AJS provided me was the emotional support that helped me remember that God knew and loved me.
“The AJS missionaries encouraged me to remember my blessings, how God had brought me through many trials throughout my life and that He would bring me through this trial of finding employment.
“Being a part of AJS helped me not feel alone and lost. I am grateful for the motivation I received to persevere through my job search.”
-Carla Harper
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