Posts Tagged ‘Careers’

Shifting Career-Gears After Age 40

Shifting Career-Gears After Age 40

If you are forty-plus and want to change careers, you’re probably shaking in your boots. Children. Homes. Bills. All of these things cause you to pause when you think about leaving your job. Yet, you’re miserable. You want a change. Well, don’t ignore your feelings. Understand that switching careers doing the middle years of your [...]

Too young to retire: Two N.J. Baby Boomers shine as certified pro coaches

Too young to retire: Two N.J. Baby Boomers shine as certified pro coaches

New Jersey Baby Boomers Katherine Poehnert and Marc Weiner, like so many in their age group, can’t imagine retiring. They are entrepreneurs who have found a profession that is perfectly suited to their values and passions. Poehnert and Weiner are certified professional [blippr]coaches[/blippr]. It seems the aspirations of Baby Boomers are changing from ones of [...]

Career Change Over 40 – Deciding What You Want to Do

Career Change Over 40 – Deciding What You Want to Do

Career Change Over 40 – Deciding What You Want to Do Making a career change over 40 isn’t any easier than it is in your 20s or 30s. But it can be an enjoyable and exciting experience. Deciding what you want can take a bit of time and thought, especially if you have been used [...]

Best Mid-life Career Change Tips

Best Mid-life Career Change Tips

Making a mid-life career change is a little tougher because of family and financial commitments. But, with the right amount of preparation, you can shift gears and do what you love. Here are some tips that will help you figure out how to change careers: Know this is what you want. If you are simply [...]

Coaching for Boomers

Coaching for Boomers

It seems the aspirations of baby boomers are changing from ones of retirement, to those of entrepreneurship. Over the past decade, Americans age 55 to 64 have seen the highest rate of entrepreneurial activity, especially since the traditional business model and large corporations no longer provide the job security they used to. Despite a bleak [...]

Negative Stereotypes Facing Older Workers

Negative Stereotypes Facing Older Workers

Despite legislation prohibiting it, age is a common factor in hiring decisions. This is especially true for older workers who must combat a number of negative stereotypes, specifically that they are less energetic, enthusiastic and creative. Recruiting managers have confirmed that companies often will note that they would prefer a younger candidate. What is a [...]