Question: Disappointment is bound to happen in the job search journey. After all, you will be applying for more jobs than you can work at once. It is easy to let this get you down and become a demotivating factor in search which can have negative effects on your future job opportunities. Remember that you must project a positive and enthusiastic attitude to potential employers. So how do you stay motivated? The key to this is to ask yourself "How do I normally stay positive and motivated in other areas of my life?"