Posts Tagged ‘finding job’
5 Warning Signs That Your Interview Skills Suck
There are many things that can go wrong in a job interview. No matter how hard you try, some things just have a way of going awry. To help you determine whether you’re an ace interviewee or can benefit from a brush-up, here are the top 5 warning signs that your interview skills suck: 1. [...]
How To Work With A Recruiter – Guidelines
When I was a recruiter I regularly received in excess of 300 CVs per day. I thought I would share with you some guidelines for submitting your CV or resume to an agency RELEVANCE: Do not bother to look at our industry specialism. Just because we are experts in business resilience recruitment and you are [...]
Job Hunting After 50 – Move Ahead of the Kids!
Job hunting after 50-move ahead of the kids and get you job hunting effort back on track. Job hunting after 50 is no picnic. Either you’re unemployed or your current job is on the brink of ending. You’ve built what you think is a great resume. After sending out a number of resume application packages [...]
Joining the Right Social Networks for a Job Search
“Which are the best social networks to use for job search?” That’s a good question with no clear-cut answer, as it depends on your definition of “best.” There are an overwhelmingly large number of social networks, and new ones being created weekly. Examples include business social network sites, more socially-oriented networks sites, photo and music [...]
Boomers: You Need to Rethink Seeking Full Time Jobs With Gen Xers.
In my coaching practice, I often hear complaints from job seekers over 50 regarding not being considered for a full-time position by a Gen Xer. “I was fully qualified and it makes no sense†is the most common complaint. “They simply don’t know how to hire†is another one. “They told me that I was [...]
Why Older Workers Will Get Hired – 5 Tips
According to a report just released December 11th from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, more older workers will be entering or remaining in the work force. “As the members of the large baby boom generation grow older and continue their trend of increased labor force participation, the number of persons age 55 years and older in [...]
Best Jobs For Over 50s – Finding a Job Online
If You Are Over 50 What are the best jobs for over 50s who are not happy with their present situation or who have been made redundant? Previously, most people over the age of 50 were well established in their careers, and while this is still the case for some, especially those in the professions [...]


