Chiefly the mould of a man's fortune is in his own hands. The more you understand yourself and learn how to present yourself in a positive light, the easier the job search becomes. It is a building process much the same as constructing a house. The foundation in that house must be sound and secure or the rest of the house will fall apart. Just as the foundation supports the entire house, the understanding of yourself is essential in helping you build an excellent resume and provide an impressive interview.
Values are an important part of the job search.
Knowing who you are and what your values are will help you direct and attain your goals. One way to clarify values is to ask what the top five priorities are in your life. One noted career counselor advises that successful careers are the result of the right combination of personal and professional goals. To get where you want to be in life, you must have goals. We all have dreams, which can easily evaporate unless we create a plan to make them become reality.