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.

1. Job Search for Over 50
brought to you by
St. Joseph Employment Ministry

2. God our Father and Creator, You bestow upon us gifts
and talents to develop and use in accord with Your will.
Grant to me, through the intercession of St. Joseph the
Worker - as model and guide - employment and work,
that I may, with dignity, provide for those that depend
on me for care and support.
Grant me the opportunities to use my energy, talents,
and abilities for the good of all and the glory of Your
name.
Amen.

3. Consumers Credit Union has nearly 50 openings across the business
in the branches, contact center, tech team, lending, HR and more!
Link to careers page:
Consumers Credit Union job postings

4. August Workshops (Partial Listing) :
Mon Aug. 1 Job Center on the Move - North Chicago Public Library
Tue Aug. 2 IT Career Lab Information Session
Wed Aug. 3 Resume Assistance at the Job Center of Lake County
Wed Aug. 3 Job Center on the Move - Zion-Benton Library
Tue Aug. 9 IT Career Lab Information Session
Tue Aug. 9 Accelerate Your Job Search
Wed Aug. 10 Career & Resource Fair
More Info, Sessions & Registration at:
https://www.lakecountyil.gov/393/Calendars

5. August – Summer Break
September 29 - Relationship Building (aka Networking) Workshop
Networking continues to be – by far – the most successful route to success in landing in a
new job. Statistics continually support this fact – more than 85% of job seekers land in
their new roles through some form of networking.
Chicago-area relationship-builder and networking coach, Paul Duski, will not only provide
practical information on all aspects of the networking process, but he will also show you,
step-by-step, how to put successful networking and relationship building techniques into
practice.
For info & to register for our next meeting, just Google:
“St. Joseph Employment Ministry”

6. Email: 1) Meeting Reminders
2) Opportunities & Resources
(Training, Job openings, etc.)
3) Networking List :
Most
Recent
Session
Name Ph.
Topic & Date
Functional Target
Area
Email Previous
Company

7. If you would like to get on our mailing list,
please send an email to:
johnfjennings1@gmail.com
Please include the following:
- Your Name
- Email address
- Phone No.
- Target Job Function (e.g. Accountant, Marketing Mgr., etc.)
- Previous Company

8. Job Search for Over 50
brought to you by
Bruce A. Bennett
Career Coach Corner
July 27, 2022

9. 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)
Recognizing Age Discrimination in Action

10. 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

11. 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

13. 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

14. Thrive Past 45 from Chicago Tribune

15. 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

16. https://www.careeronestop.org/ResourcesFor/OlderWorker/older-worker.aspx

17. https://www.aarp.org/work/

18. https://www.workforce50.com/

19. https://www.workforce50.com/

20. http://www.retirementjobs.com/

21. https://www.agefriendlyfoundation.org/

22. https://institute.agefriendly.org/initiatives/certified-age-friendly-employer-program/

23. https://institute.agefriendly.org/initiatives/certified-age-friendly-employer-program/

24. https://www.aarp.org/work/job-search/employer-pledge-companies/

25. https://www.aarp.org/work/job-search/employer-pledge-companies/

26. 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

27. 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

28. 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

29. 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

30. 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

31. 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

32. Career Explorer identifies transferable skills
https://linkedin.github.io/career-explorer/

33. Begin by identify a job title
LinkedIn makes suggestion based on key words

34. Change default setting from high to low
Find jobs on LinkedIn that match your skills

35. 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

36. August Career Workshops & Services
Personalized Job Search Assistance Services
Resume Review, Mock Interview or LinkedIn Critique
To sign up, request the professional directly by email

37. Resumes, Cover Letters & Applying Online
Wednesday August 3, 2022 from 10:00am to 12:00pm
Guide to a Winning Interview
Monday August 8, 2022 from 10:00am to 12:00pm
Network To Success Job Club
The Elevator Pitch and Other Job Search Tools
Wednesday August 10, 2022 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
LinkedIn for Your Job Search
Monday August 15, 2022 at 10:00am to 12:00pm
LinkedIn Strategic Guidelines
Wednesday August 17, 2022 at 10:00am to 12:00pm

38. 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

39. 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