Jobs still an issue; burnout popular

With unemployment still casting a huge doubt on what the government calls a path to recovery, many people are still wondering when would the average American finally make it on his or her own feet.

Too many people looking for jobs, too few jobs that are open. It’s a typical story for many job hunters to gun just for any job that pays these days. And even that often is frustrating, especially for people who have had tons of corporate experience and fancy degrees. Job hunting burnout seems to a popular thing nowadays.

And you can’t blame them. It takes a really strong personality (or a pretty messed up mind) not to get frustrated in this economy.

Here are a few things that you can do to get back on your feet:

• Move in with mom and dad – It takes a lot of guts to do this, especially in a culture like America. But family’s family. Just try to pitch in while you can and follow house rules. At least you won’t have to worry about a roof over your head while you get back on your feet.
• Learn a new skill – It’s all about exploiting opportunities. Some jobs might be totally unrelated to your experience and training. So why not re-tool yourself to perform in those jobs?
• Community and volunteer work – A problem with being unemployed is you also start losing a sense of self. Try doing a bit of community service and volunteer work so that you’d be able to keep a sense of importance by helping others out.
• Grow a garden – There’s something zen about gardening, it may take your mind off the stress. Try growing a vegetable plot in your garden. At least when push comes to shove, you won’t starve.
• Freelance or do odd jobs – Freelance for a project or two. Mow lawns. Babysit. Tutor kids. They might not be worthy career prospects but they will keep the money flowing.