How The Zombieland Rules Apply to the Job Hunt, part 2
ByIn this series I am looking at how the rules for Zombieland can apply to being unemployed. Yes, you can see how those rules actually apply to your job hunt. 
You can see the rest of the series in part 1.
6. The “Skillet”
This refers to when a zombie is killed with a skillet. Now, how does this apply to “The Rules for Unemployedland”? Frankly I have no damn idea, but it’s a great scene in the movie!
7. Travel light
In Zombieland “Travel light” means both in the physical and emotional baggage. I’m a huge believer in traveling light. I limit my airline luggage to overhead only. Hell, I’ve traveled overseas, 3 continents for 3 months with just carryon luggage. How does this apply to Unemployedland? Keep yourself light in luggage, going to meetings, coffee, etc… I never take more than a bag that just barely fits my laptop. We have all seen someone coming into a meeting carrying a kitchen sink. That isn’t the first impression you want to give. Please remember, always travel light.
You also have to break part of this rule. You will need your friends, family, contacts, business associates to help you find your way out of Unemployedland.
8. Get a Kick Ass Partner
Maybe you already have a partner, which could be a husband, wife, girlfriend, boyfriend, close relative, friend, etc… Have that trusted partner look over your resume, cover letters, thank you notes, etc… They will be indispensible for moral support, suggestions, ideas and that kick in the pants you need every now and then.
9. With your Bare Hands
You will find your next job with your bare hands. You, and only you, can pick up the phone and make those calls, write those emails and fill out those endless applications.
10. Don’t Swing Low
In Zombieland you can only kill a zombie by shooting, stabbing, cutting or hitting them with a skillet in the head. In Unemployedland “Don’t Swing Low” means, if possible, don’t take a job you will hate. Feel the perspective employer out, is their first offer just a first offer? Is there room to negotiate?
There will be more rules later.
