The unemployment rate is constantly climbing and more and more people are looking for solutions not only of being laid off, but the threat of it.

It is a fact in today's economy there are very few safe jobs. So what can you do?

In reality no one can answer this question, but there are steps that you can take to find the answer within yourself.

Take an inventory of what you enjoy. Passion is a key element to success, and if you really enjoy something you are much more passionate about it. This passion, can take you through the difficult process of looking for a new job, or starting your own business.

Consider your skills and how they can help promote your passion. So many people don't give themselves enough credit for the skills that they possess. The simplest of things can become an incredible asset in a new venture.

Think outside of the box. if you look around your neighborhood, you will be surprised at the things you may pick up on. Many people only look at the existing companies, but what if there was a need that wasn't being met. Do you have the skills to meet those needs? Do you know of others that could meet those needs? There are many ways to solve a problem, and if you find a method you can earn money from it.

Don't allow money to stop you. Too many people feel that you need to have money in order to make money. that is one of the greatest fallacies of business. What every successful business needs is creativity. If you require money to start, think of ways you can find it. There are a lot sources of money that don't require a loan, but you have to be creative, and have a solid plan to find it.

The biggest thing holding people back is the belief that they can't do it. If your first thoughts are the reasons why you can't. You will never find the answers of how you can.

Look at the situation as a how do I, rather than a why I can't, and you will find the solution to your unemployment worries.