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
Bruce A. Bennett
Career Coach Corner
March 13, 2024

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Bruce A. Bennett
Career Coach Corner
March 13, 2024

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

5. Mickey J. - Communications
Robert C. - IT
Paul - Writer
Melissa - Market Research
Liz - Market Research
Kurt B. - Marketing
Lisa A - Administration
Mark H. - Operations
Mandi S. - Sales
I want to add your name to the list!
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6. LinkedIn for Your Job Search
Monday March 18, 2024 from 10:00am to 12:00pm
LinkedIn Strategic Guidelines
Wednesday March 20, 2024 from 10:00am to 12:00pm
Resumes, Cover Letters and Applying Online
Thursday April 3, 2024 from 10:00am to 12:00pm
Guide for a Winning Interview
Monday April 8, 2024 from 10:00am to 12:00pm
Network to Success Job Club
Using Social Media in Job Search
Wednesday April 10, 2024 at 1:00pm to 3:00pm

7. Denis Curtin says a recent
study suggests that up to
75% of qualified candidates
face elimination because
their resumes do not adhere
to ATS rules.
Register here:
https://www.ahml.info/schedu
ling/reservation/121746
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8. Paul Cameron is the
presenter at this virtual
event.
https://plainfieldpubliclibr
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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. 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 the 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.agefriendly.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, 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 a job description
Empower you to get past ATS robots
https://theprofessional.me
https://cultivatedculture.com/resume-scanner/
https://skillsyncer.com/
www.jobscan.co
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. 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

37. 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

38. Time for general questions and/or discussion
Give a short introduction about yourself
Name and most recent position and/or industry
Time frame you have been in the job search
Target or Ideal company to work at
How is your job search progressing?
Are you encountering roadblocks or obstacles?
Can you share a recent networking situation?
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