We all know the anxiety in the gym. You don't know how the machines work, everyone seems like a pro except you, you repeat Have you been doing the same exercises for months, but without getting the expected results?
Spoiler: looking for a job is exactly the same feeling!
DUO for a JOB supports young people looking for work in Brussels, Antwerp, Gent, Mechelen, Turnhout, Aalst, Sint Niklaas, Liège, Verviers or Charleroi.
To mark our partnership with Basic-Fit and our campaign running in their gyms throughout May and June, we’re sharing 3 fitness tips that will boost your chances of landing a job.
How to keep your motivation up during a job hunt?
1. Regularity, not intensity
Should you give it your all at once when looking for a job? Going “too fast, too hard” means risking a breakdown, injury... or burnout in your search.
In the gym, intensity isn't everything. Those who make progress are the ones who show up regularly and focus on the right exercises.
It’s the same for your job search.
Sending 15 applications in one day and then disappearing for 2 weeks? Ineffective.
Sending 2-3 applications every day or every week? Much more powerful.
‍✅ Practical tip: Set a simple routine
- ‍👉 30 minutes a day to look for job postings
- 👉 1 high-quality application per day
- 👉 1 reminder per week
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The key is not to burn out. It's consistency.
➡️ Discover our FAQ here.
2. You progress better with a coach
Why hire a coach? Because you move faster... and you're less likely to give up. A coach provides a method, corrects your mistakes, and sets goals for you.
When it comes to job hunting, that is exactly the role of a volunteer mentor at DUO for a JOB.
✅ DUO for a JOB is a 100% free mentoring program that supports young people (aged 18-33) looking for work in Brussels, Antwerp, Gent, Mechelen, Turnhout, Aalst, Sint Niklaas, Liège, Verviers or Charleroi by connecting them with an experienced mentor for 6 months.
‍The result?
- 👉 An improved resume
- 👉 Greater self-confidence
- 👉 Access to a network
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...and 7 out of 10 young people find a job or training!
Whether in the classroom or when applying for jobs, not being alone changes everything.
3. Results take time (and that's normal)
How long does it take to see results? Longer than you think... but it's worth it.
Nobody gets muscular in 2 weeks.
It’s the same when it comes to finding a job. Sending out applications without getting a response is normal. Having interviews that don't lead to an offer is normal. Doubting yourself... that’s (very) normal.
âś… What matters is
- 👉 learning from every step of the way
- 👉 adjusting your strategy
- 👉 keeping going
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‍So, replace “I’m no good, I can’t do it” with “I’m improving.”
Rejections are tough, but they provide an opportunity to understand your strengths and weaknesses. And practice leads to progress.
3, 2, 1... DUO for a JOB!
At Basic-Fit, just like at DUO for a JOB, we share the same conviction: everyone deserves access to the right tools to move forward.
How to find a job as a young adult? Free help to find a job, is it actually possible? Can I get a free career coach as a job seeker? How to organize your job search? How to stay motivated while job hunting?
Since 2013, DUO for a JOB has connected more than 11.000 young people with a mentor. Seven out of ten newcomers find a job or training opportunity as a result. One mentor can change a life.
DUO for a JOB is 100% free job coaching. Just like a “trial session,” you can come to an “information session.” You’ll discover how we can boost your job search.
âś… Â Curious about DUO for a JOB? Discover our FAQ here and become a mentee.
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🎥 Watch one of our mentor-mentee duos share their story ⤵️
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