How to Manage Joblessness After 50 Here are some suggestions to assist you if you become unemployed in your 50s or 60s. Get looking right away. A 2015 AARP Public Policy Institute survey found that people who start their job search right away have a better chance of finding employment than those who wait. Recognize… [Read More]
When You Are Not Prepared for Retirement
Some occupations have a mandated retirement age, such as those in the public safety, air traffic control, and aviation industries. However, many people aren’t prepared or financially able to retire at 59. Early Social Security benefits started to become accessible at age 62, with full Social Security benefits beginning at age 65. (although there was… [Read More]
Jobseekers Guide to a Job Search After Turning 50
One of the biggest errors older job candidates make is believing that little has changed in the job seeking process. It has. However, some older job searchers sometimes exaggerate how much the hiring process has changed. Despite video interviews and applicant tracking systems, the fact is that hiring decisions are still made by humans. It’s… [Read More]
Tapping into the Hidden Job Market Part 3
Here are some even more specific advice for job seekers trying to access the hidden job market as we wrap up our series: Make it simple to find. Being individually contacted about an unlisted opportunity is another way to gain access to the secret job market. Make sure your LinkedIn profile is up to date,… [Read More]
Tapping into the Hidden Job Market Part 2
For those seeking employment who want to access the hidden job market, the following advice is provided: Inform your contacts that you are seeking for a new job. It’s crucial that the people you know consider you when a position opens up, even though doing so can be challenging if you are undertaking a confidential… [Read More]
Tapping into the Hidden Job Market
Perhaps you’ve heard of “the secret employment market.” What does it entail, and how can job seekers get it? Unpublicized employment postings are referred to as being in the “hidden job market.” Why wouldn’t employers advertise job openings publicly? • It can be expensive to advertise a position that is open. • A new position… [Read More]
27 Common Mistakes to Avoid for Jobseekers Part 5
Do you commit any of these errors in your job search? You probably make at least one or two, if not more! This five-part series will go through some of the most typical errors job seekers make and offer advice on how to avoid them. Failing to complete your homework You wouldn’t purchase a car… [Read More]
27 Common Mistakes to Avoid for Jobseekers Part 4
Do you commit any of these errors in your job search? You probably make at least one or two, if not more! The fourth in this five-part series will go through some of the most typical errors job seekers make and offer advice on how to avoid them. Refusing to ask experts for assistance. Speaking… [Read More]
27 Common Mistakes to Avoid for Jobseekers Part 3
Do you commit any of these errors in your job search? You probably make at least one or two, if not more! The third post in this five-part series will go through some of the most typical errors job seekers make and offer advice on how to avoid them. Experiencing Frustration Over the past few… [Read More]
27 Common Mistakes to Avoid for Jobseekers Part 2
Do you commit any of these errors in your job search? You probably make at least one or two, if not more! The second of this five-part series will go through some of the most typical errors job seekers make and offer advice on how to avoid them. Considering other people’s perspectives. “You must do… [Read More]
