--- title: Project U. Blog | marketable description: marketable | Tips and insights for managing your career and your wellness --- Call me at 781-690-2277 [![The Projectcoach](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/hs-fs/file-13948886-png/images/header_4_920x150.png)](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/) # Project U. Blog ## [How to Benefit by Turning Your Job Search into a Project](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/bid/69048/How-to-Benefit-by-Turning-Your-Job-Search-into-a-Project) Posted by [Catherine Saar](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/author/catherine-saar) on Thu, Dec 08, 2011 @ 08:51 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) Looking for a new job is a project – and it can be a stre![Kozzi man smiles at desk 644x806](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/hs-fs/file-13949030-jpg/images/kozzi-man-smiles-at-desk-644x806.jpg?width=180&height=225&name=kozzi-man-smiles-at-desk-644x806.jpg)ssful one, especially if you’re currently unemployed.  To make it better, I suggest you treat your job search as if it were a part-time job.  Being organized and getting dressed everyday – as well as taking time for lunch and getting exercise, can help relieve stress.  My experience is that a healthy, less stressed job seeker is usually more effective and more energetic - and that often translates into better results.   Here are some tips and guidelines to consider when putting your project plan in place:  - Set a goal for daily and weekly hours for working on your job search.  If possible, set regular office hours for yourself.  - Don’t overdo it.  Forty hours a week may be too taxing.  Considering starting with 20 to 25 hours a week and adjust as needed. - Create an organized, professional workspace for yourself. Sitting in front of the TV with a bowl of cereal in your hand and a notepad on your lap may not be the best strategy for clear thinking. - Make yourself presentable.  You’re valuable.  Treat yourself as such.  You don’t have to dress-up in business clothes, but looking good contributes to a positive outlook.  - Each week, set goals and create a project plan for what you want to accomplish during your office hours.  Here are some activities to consider: > - Spend time on your personal brand if you are making a career shift or change.  Take time to take career surveys, do informational interviews and develop a clear awareness of what you want from your next position. > - Network in-person, on the phone and online.  Online networking is important, but don’t overlook high touch contact.   > - Develop new contacts by joining groups and attending industry-networking functions. > - Follow companies and apply for positions using targeted online job sites. There are many to consider, so pick the ones that suit you. > - Update your resume and cover letters as needed. > - Volunteer or take classes that improve or increase your marketable skills. Last but not least, make time outside of your project schedule to connect with friends and share a few laughs.  Because looking for a job is a job, you will benefit by taking time to recharge your batteries.  Best wishes for a happy, healthy and successful hunt.   By the way, what job search tips have worked well for you? 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/bid/69048/How-to-Benefit-by-Turning-Your-Job-Search-into-a-Project#comments-listing) Tags: [professional](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/topic/professional), [network](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/topic/network), [results](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/topic/results), [change](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/topic/change), [goal](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/topic/goal), [skills](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/topic/skills), [part-time job](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/topic/part-time-job), [relieve stress](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/topic/relieve-stress), [valuable](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/topic/valuable), [career shift](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/topic/career-shift), [exercise](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/topic/exercise), [how to](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/topic/how-to), [resume](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/topic/resume), [benefit](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/topic/benefit), [successful](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/topic/successful), [unemployed](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/topic/unemployed), [project plan](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/topic/project-plan), [marketable](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/topic/marketable), [job sites](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/topic/job-sites), [recharge](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/topic/recharge), [cover letters job search tips](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/topic/cover-letters-job-search-tips), [happy](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/topic/happy), [project](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/topic/project), [stressful](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/topic/stressful), [job search](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/topic/job-search), [online networking](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/topic/online-networking), [industry](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/topic/industry) [All Posts](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/all) ### Subscribe via E-mail ### Latest Posts ### Follow Me ### Posts by Month - [February 2019 (1)](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/archive/2019/02) - [January 2019 (1)](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/archive/2019/01) - [June 2018 (1)](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/archive/2018/06) - [February 2018 (1)](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/archive/2018/02) - [October 2017 (1)](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/archive/2017/10) - [August 2017 (1)](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/archive/2017/08) - [January 2015 (1)](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/archive/2015/01) - [March 2014 (1)](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/archive/2014/03) - [December 2013 (1)](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/archive/2013/12) - [November 2013 (1)](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/archive/2013/11) - [August 2013 (2)](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/archive/2013/08) - [July 2013 (1)](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/archive/2013/07) - [June 2013 (1)](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/archive/2013/06) - [April 2013 (1)](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/archive/2013/04) - [February 2013 (2)](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/archive/2013/02) - [January 2013 (1)](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/archive/2013/01) - [December 2012 (4)](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/archive/2012/12) - [November 2012 (2)](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/archive/2012/11) - [October 2012 (1)](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/archive/2012/10) - [September 2012 (1)](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/archive/2012/09) - [August 2012 (1)](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/archive/2012/08) - [July 2012 (2)](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/archive/2012/07) - [May 2012 (2)](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/archive/2012/05) - [April 2012 (2)](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/archive/2012/04) - [March 2012 (2)](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/archive/2012/03) - [February 2012 (2)](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/archive/2012/02) - [January 2012 (1)](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/archive/2012/01) - [December 2011 (2)](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/archive/2011/12) - [November 2011 (3)](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/archive/2011/11) - [October 2011 (3)](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/archive/2011/10) - [September 2011 (3)](https://www.theprojectcoach.com/blog/archive/2011/09)