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When someone is looking for a job, the first thing they need to do is identify their skillset. Everyone has strengths and weakness that they take into a new role. Even if your son or daughter is thinking of switching careers entirely, they still need to know what they can contribute to that company. But what if they aren't really sure about their strengths? How exactly do they find a job that they'll thrive in? In this post, we'll go over some of the best ways you can help your adult child find a new job.

Think About Your Past Work Experiences

When you're looking for a job, the first thing you need to do is identify your skillset. Everyone has strengths and weakness that they take into a new role. Even if you're thinking of switching careers entirely, you still need to know what you can contribute to that company. But what if you aren't really sure about your strengths? How exactly do you find a job that you know you'll thrive in? If you're ready to help them with their job hunt underway, here's what you need to do before they start pounding the pavement.

There are a several ways to help your adult child identify the best job for them. First, look at your previous history and achievements. Make a list of everything that they've accomplished so far. Then, list all of the things that made them feel or excited while these experiences were happening. What was it about those past jobs that made them feel satisfied? What in particular made them want to go to work each day? It would be silly to dedicate time towards preparing for a career in science, if their strong point has always been English or reading. Finally, how can they incorporate similar elements into future job searches?

Prepare Financially

In addition to identifying their strengths, they also need to think about their finances. If they're planning on returning for college to earn another degree, how will they pay for both their education and living expenses? If financing they education is out of the question, they have a few options. They could help them save up the money, or they could consider being a co-signer. As a co-signer, you're able to be the financial security they need to be approved for a loan. Being a co-signer can also open the door to lower interest rates, which makes repaying the loan easier and a lot less stressful.

Encourage Proactive Behavior

Even though they're adults, they still look to you for advice and support. As such, it's important to encourage them to be proactive in their life. While looking for a new job can seem hopeless at times, being positive can make a huge difference is how they search and even whether they receive a job offer. Negative thinking can cause people think they're not good enough, which in turn, can affect they're self-confidence. Be sure to remind them how proud you are of them, how much they've already accomplished and why you know they will reach their goals.

Be a Source of Inspiration

You should also be the example of what they want to achieve. No matter what your job is, set the bar high. Strive to reach your own goals and let them know how you plan of reaching them. Just remember to do this with empathy and compassion. The last thing you want is to come off as arrogant.