What would you do for a Klondike Bar?

How badly do you want it and what are you willing to do to get it? Better yet, what would you do for a Klondike Bar? There is a loaded question. You know exactly what the job or career is but for some reason it seems out of reach or at least the perception is that it is out of reach.

Example, one woman I knew wanted a job at a chicken processing plant. Not everyone’s cup of tea, but she was new to the area and felt it would be a good place to get established and make a steady income. She applied a number of times but couldn’t get an interview. Finally one day she showed up wearing a chicken suit. The person at the front desk immediately called in the HR person, who called in the manager, who called in the newspaper, who took her picture and ran the story front page news. Great exposure for the company and she got the job. This was one of those situations where the job in that processing plant was her Klondike Bar and she was willing to do whatever it took to get it.

Now, I am not suggesting you dress up in a chicken suit to land the job of your dreams. However, I am suggesting you explore your risk factor and ask yourself the question “How badly do I want it and what am I willing to do to get it?” Sometimes all it takes is a little creativity, and a few moments thinking outside the box to get something you really want. Of course, the number one most important ingredient to the process; you have to actually want it.

Your comments are welcome.

Glen Slingerland Skills 101 / Job Development