- January 24, 2012
Many experts thought the shrinking labor market was caused by older workers giving up on finding a job, but new numbers show more younger women, who are often the head of the household, are taking a chance on school with hopes a higher degree will pay...
- January 6, 2012
"We´re now going into ever-deeper, unexplored parts of ocean, including the Arctic Ocean, in search of oil reserves." A job boom will likely be tied to increasing attention on the ocean and subsea minerals. "The potential is there for minerals and...
Asbury Park Press - December 9, 2011
The skills and accomplishments you identify have to be the focus of your new resume. Emphasize the parallels. If you work well with people, don´t assume your employer will glean that from your resume. Tell them upfront. Consider a career coach. A good ...
Forbes.com - October 22, 2011
Talk about career ideas for "older workers"! Read about the new jobs that will be created for 50, 60 and 70 year old´s supporting the needs of 80 and 90 year old´s. No, they´re not all in health care. The seed idea for your new "un-retirement" career development plan may be right here. Kerry Hannon says..."This demographic shift is already creating a wave of new fields and opportunities for workers of all ages. It´s just a tease of what´s to...
Forbes.com - October 16, 2011
Considering a second career? Here´s a comprehensive list of elements to consider when formulating your second career career plan. Geared toward older workers, it contains info on topics from finances to health. Read this article to see if looking at new career ideas appeals to you.....Look for jobs and opportunities that leverage experience...
NPR - October 13, 2011
What´s life like for people who´ve lost a job? Six people share their career plan successes and failures.............. She interviewed for a job at a company called Events Above the Rest. It´s a tiny company that plans parties and weddings — the kind of place that hadn´t even been on Bronner´s job target list for most of her year-long search. This is the fourth time Rutgers...
Chicago Tribune - August 28, 2011
For older workers,"targeted training programs aimed at specific, in-demand jobs can be a lifeline." Here are the stories of three people who´s "priorities changed" and led to a major change in their career plans. How did they do it?...
SF Gate - August 16, 2011
If your career plan is based on one of these areas of expertise and experience, you can "keep on truckin"! Seven percent of older workers are employed as retail salespeople or their immediate supervisors. This is striking considering that, as a whole, only 5% of the entire American workforce do these same jobs. While farming is a bit difficult to get into,...
People Management - August 4, 2011
Engineering, manufacturing, science and construction were the most likely sectors for people to have worked in before targeting their career plan to environmental roles. And over 40 per cent of those job seekers were educated to degree level or above in another subject. A career counseling specialist in the environmental arena may be able help redirect your career development plan to a future in this respected field. ...
The Republic - July 7, 2011
Per a professional career planner, that means taking extra steps to assuage your boss, who apparently is taking your job search personally. "Certainly, a courageous conversation with his boss offering a reasonable explanation as to why the other position is more in line with his career plan would be appropriate," ......
Forbes.com - June 28, 2011
Next, figure out how your skills can adapt into other industries. Administrative assistants are a good example. Basic admin skills are the same across different industries. But the job seeker has to articulate that in a way (in person and in a good resume) that shows broad industry knowledge and a flexible career development plan....
Second Act - June 27, 2011
If you´re an older worker, an internship may fit into your career plan. You are likely to have more to juggle than a new grads, so you have to be committed to making an internship a priority. However, you also bring more skills and abilities to an internship, which you can use to the advantage of the internship sponsor. What you learn may even lead to renewed passion for your work....
NY Times - June 27, 2011
... an affiliate of the executive search firm MRI Network. Look at the company´s organizational hierarchy and find the person who has the job you´d like, then offer to lend that person a hand, Ms. Hathorn says. Find a mentor who can help you understand ......
Forbes.com - April 14, 2011
Changing to a new career is a big step that´s taken more frequently every day. Incorporate these 6 steps into your career development plan and change won´t be intimidating and get in your way. You can reach your goal, in small, easy steps.´What´s holding you back?...
Daily Camera - April 7, 2011
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