Burnout is a common experience, encompassing the feelings of exhaustion, frustration, disappointment and hopelessness that most jobseekers will experience during a long search for work. Treat your job search like a job: The quest for a job can become an obsession that takes up every waking minute. Don’t take rejection personally: Rejection is an inevitable part of the job search process and is often influenced by factors beyond your control. Taking a short course, earning a certification or developing a new skill can build some inner motivation when the job search feels fruitless. Pace yourself, look after yourself and know that your persistence will eventually lead to the right job offer for you.