DEAR DEIDRE: I’VE always worked full-time and have a lovely boyfriend with no kids, by choice.
But over the past few years, I’ve felt a creeping sense of uselessness.
I’m a woman of 46 and can’t ignore this feeling of time running out.
I feel empty. I never had a career – all my jobs have been menial.
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I’m a cleaner right now and I’d like to feel like I’ve contributed more. I want a better job.
But how can I do that with my CV? No one would take me seriously.
DEIDRE SAYS: You do have a great work ethic, and with a little positivity I am sure you can land a job you would enjoy.
It sounds like you are suffering with low self-esteem, which means you see only the negatives and hold back from any chances coming your way.
If you can focus on your attributes and skills, that will help you to feel more positive and in turn help you spot opportunities.
I am sending you my support packs on Building Self-Esteem and Helping Job Hunters to put you on the right path.
