Make Them Feel Helpful
Your friends and family probably have the best of intentions by asking about your job search, but it can be frustrating when they continue to badger you about your employment prospects. To keep the peace, thank them for checking in with you, but let them know that your job search is proving to be more challenging than you had hoped.
Use their concern as a positive and ask them if they have any contacts in your field or know of any openings that might be in line with your skill set.
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