How do you pass the time?

As the weeks pass, I’ve been hearing more and more stories about what people are doing to keep busy during their layoffs or period of unemployment.

Some are taking the time to be diligent job hunters, using their 40 hours a week to apply for jobs, network with people and pound the pavement for opportunities.

Others are taking much needed time to refocus their careers by learning new skills or improving upon their skill set. Still others are using the time to volunteer at local hospitals, animal shelters or churches.

If you are between jobs, let us know how you are spending your time. And if you can, tell us how your volunteer position led to work or how you met the connection that led to your new job at a networking event. With all the doom and gloom, I’d love to be able to see some positive stories!