Three things Andy Murray winning Wimbledon can definitely teach you about your job search

Three things Andy Murray winning Wimbledon can definitely teach you about your job search by Michael Cheary Never underestimate the importance of persistence…After an going out to Roger Federer in last year’s semis, and an emotional loss in the Australian Open final to Novak Djokovic earlier this year, Andy Murray demonstrated remarkable bouncebackability (definitely a real word) on Sunday to become the first British man to win multiple Wimbledon titles.So what can we learn from this impressive display of determination? Here are our tops tips on how to add a healthy dose of resilience to your job search (warning: tenuous links* may follow):GameFor any jobseeker, suffering setbacks can be difficult to deal with.But how you deal with them can speak volumes about your character â€" not to mention give you some key learnings to help move your career forward.Andy Murray didn’t give up after last year’s Wimbledon final. In fact, of the 10 Grand Slam finals he’d appeared in before Sunday, the Scot had only actually won two of them.Not a fan of tennis (and/or po intless stats)? There are plenty of other inspirational career comeback stories that prove the theory.So, stay positive, and try your best not to let any past hiccups affect you. Just because your last few interviews didn’t go well, it doesn’t mean that the same thing will happen on your next one. And use any mistakes you made to help identify weaknesses you can build on in the future.Remember: You’ve got to be in the game to win it.SetLearning from your interview nightmares isn’t the only way to improve your approach. There are a few other key ways to set yourself up for success â€" you just need a little objectivity.In Murray’s case, after parting ways with coach Amélie Mauresmo earlier this year, and losing in the final of the Australian Open, he noticed weaknesses in his game and reached out to former coach Ivan Lendl to help lead him to Wimbledon glory.‘He says exactly what he thinks. I don’t always like hearing it, but I have to hear it’, he reflected after hi s victory.   And the same rings true when it comes to your job search.It may mean getting someone to proofread your CV, working on some potential questions to ask before an interview, or even asking a friend to grill you with questions of their own. But if you don’t put the effort in, you’re only setting yourself up for failure.Remember: You can learn a lot from your mistakes, as long as you’re not too busy denying them.MatchOnce you’ve put any past failures (and in Andy Murray’s case, there are lot of them) behind you, and adapted your application approach accordingly, it’s time to find your perfect match.Unfortunately, jobseeking isn’t a one-size-fits all process. And adopting the ‘scattergun’ approach, and applying to every available vacancy you see, will only ever end badly.So make sure any role you apply for suits your skills, and current level of experience. If it does, tailor your CV and cover letter accordingly, to help effectively sell yourself to potentia l employers.And with the right amount of preparation, a great game plan for the interview, and the objectivity to learn from your mistakes and play to your strengths, success could be closer than you think.Remember: Finding your dream job won’t be easy. But it will be worth it.So whatever stage of your career you’re in, and whatever your ideal role is, never be tempted to give up trying. Because persistence does pay off.No racket required.*and terrible sport-based puns  Still searching for your perfect position?  View all of our current vacancies nowFind a job What Where Search JobsSign up for more Career AdviceSign up for moreCareer Advice Please enter a valid email addressmessage hereBy clicking Submit you agree to the terms and conditions applicable to our service and acknowledge that your personal data will be used in accordance with our privacy policy and you will receive emails and communications about jobs and career related topics. Features