Job seekers do a lot of waiting -- waiting to hear from employers, waiting for a promotion, and waiting for job opportunities to arise. So, how can you wait, other than patiently? Justin Zackal shares some tips from Kate Sweeny, professor of psychology at the University of California, Riverside, adding commentary specific to job seekers.
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