2. Some things are beyond our control.
 

3. Life is a journey not a terminal activity (when I get…).
 

4. Live in the real world and be realistic with your expectations.
 

5. Expect change and embrace it (every tomorrow offers the possibility of being better).
 

6. You cannot rewrite your past (if only…) - you must accept where you are now.
 

7. No one can commit as much time to your job search as you can.
 

8. The best opportunities are the ones you create.
 

9. There is no magic bullet – just hard work.
 

10. *** Perception is Reality *** 
If you come across as qualified and a viable candidate for the job – you will be treated as such.
 

As presented at the National Association of Workforce Development Professionals (NAWDP)
12th Annual Conference, Philadelphia, May 2001