Job Search Tips for Over 50
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Finding a job can be difficult at times, even more so when you are an older worker. This presentation focuses on helping mature workers identify their skills and overcome objections in their job search. Several “mature worker” friendly companies are identified. In addition to the specialized concerns of job seekers over 50, this will cover search tips that are useful for job seekers of any age.
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- 1. Job Search for Over 50 brought to you by Bruce A. Bennett Career Coach Corner April 13, 2022
- 2. 2 Bruce A. Bennett Career Coach Corner April 13, 2022
- 3. NTS Resource for job seekers Learn, inquire and advance Support Network A group of individuals Shared industry, position or interest Informational interview – Chat about role This is why you network 3
- 4. Introduction MCWN Volunteer since 2010 & Contractor from 2018 Career Coach Corner Blogger & Presenter B² Discuss LinkedIn Podcaster General Notes for Today My contact info is on last slide Presentation file available on SlideShare Workshop is interactive Ask questions Share experience(s)
- 5. Outline Age Discrimination & Employment Act Recognizing age discrimination Websites for the mature workers Mature worker friendly companies Overcoming objections/stereotypes Networking Job search process Positioning yourself Suggested actions
- 6. Paul Cameron Talks Age Discrimination The Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 (ADEA) protects certain applicants and employees 40 years of age and older from discrimination on the basis of age in hiring, promotion, discharge, compensation, or terms, conditions or privileges of employment. It happens randomly not all the time More likely to be subtle An Experiment
- 8. Recognizing Age Discrimination in Action Lay offs Job elimination Team restructuring “Early retirement” You are too old for the job No use training older worker who’s about to retire Have higher insurance cost as older worker How long do you plan to work? Unlearn bad habits Do not know new technology
- 9. Thrive Past 45 from Chicago Tribune
- 10. Experience - Tout it, use it, solve it, e.g. pain CL Network - Employee referral to industry know how Loyalty - Commitment for company & projects Openness - Tech savvy and ready to learn Perspective - Obstacles and challenges Focus - Don Blackwell “ability to avoid distraction” Communication - Personal touch Flexibility - Not regimented for 9 to 5 Confidence – See 1st bullet
- 21. 5 Strategies to Overcome Age Discrimination 1. Focus on relevant experience 2. What makes you different 3. Don’t stop learning 4. Build a strong LinkedIn profile 5. Network like you’ve networked before
- 22. John Jennings raises a great point “Networking seems to be a crucial ‘back door’ when you may get filtered out at the ATS ’front door’.” Rolodex or LinkedIn, use an advocacy group Put the “social” back into social media Send well wishes or brief notes Seek a coffee/break meeting on their turf Enjoy getting together Informational interview? Or learn about what & how you and your company succeed
- 23. Caroline Ceniza-Levine suggests a 6 step process Identify your targets Create compelling marketing (e.g., resume, LinkedIn, networking pitch, cover letter) Research companies and industries Network and interview Stay motivated and organized and troubleshoot regularly Negotiate and close the offer
- 24. Know thyself Inventory your skills What are your strengths Identify at least five for job search dialogues Be prepared to provide a narrative example Practice telling these stories Know & understand the positions you apply to Does the job description match your skills? Get past the ATS robots by using scanning sites Positive Mental Attitude
- 25. There are many basic interview questions Behavioral type questions are popular Tell me about a time when you had to enforce a company policy you did not agree with Give an example of when you had to resolve a conflict Why were you let go at your last job? Where do you see yourself in 5 years? Practice answering these questions Have prepared questions for the interviewer(s) Hint: Don’t ask questions answered on their website
- 26. These websites help refine your resume Match your key skills with job description Empower you to get past ATS robots www.jobscan.co https://theprofessional.me https://skillsyncer.com/ https://cultivatedculture.com/resume-scanner/ This is How Job Scan Works
- 27. Career Explorer identifies transferable skills https://linkedin.github.io/career-explorer/
- 28. Begin by identify a job title LinkedIn makes suggestion based on key words
- 29. Change default setting from high to low Find jobs on LinkedIn that match your skills
- 30. Use local library to learn new skill i.e. LinkedIn Learning (formerly Lynda.com) Attend networking events and job fairs Engage your networks – LinkedIn, Facebook, Neighborhood, etc. Volunteer Persistence & Tenacity
- 31. April Career Workshops & Services Personalized Job Search Assistance Services Resume Review, Mock Interview or LinkedIn Critique To sign up, request the professional directly by email
- 32. LinkedIn for Your Job Search Monday April 18, 2022 at 10:00am to 12:00pm LinkedIn Strategic Guidelines Wednesday April 20, 2022 at 10:00am to 12:00pm Resumes, Cover Letters & Applying Online Wednesday May 4, 2022 from 10:00am to 12:00pm Guide to a Winning Interview Monday May 9, 2022 from 10:00am to 12:00pm Network To Success Job Club Boost Your Job Search by Volunteering Wednesday May 11, 2022 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
- 33. Food truck experiment -https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UYCxAIqjyCA Chicago Tribune - https://www.pressreader.com/usa/chicago-tribune- sunday/20200705/282432761438405 Basket give away experiment https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R0MPuWg3pzs Heather Austin - 5 Strategies to Overcome Age Discrimination 10 mins https://heatheraustin.online/ linkedin.com/in/heather-austin J.T. O’Donnell - #1 Tip to Beat Age Discrimination in 2020 59 mins https://www.workitdaily.com/how-to-handle-age-discrimination-coronavirus/listen-now Podcast 31 mins
- 34. Feel free to connect with me on LinkedIn Bruce A. Bennett Mobile: 815-302-9552 Email: BABennett73@gmail.com LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/bruceabennett Career Coach Corner Blog: http://bruce73.wordpress.com/ https://bruce73.wordpress.com/upcoming-presentations/ Podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/show/b-squared-linkedin
- 35. NTS Job Club - Boost Your Job Search by Volunteering Wednesday May 11, 2022 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm Time for questions, observations, comments and/or recent experiences Can you share a recent networking situation? What is one of your target companies? Recent job applications? Anyone do a prescreen call or interview recently? 35