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Workers In Their Late 30s And Older Face Ageism In A Recession—Here’s How To Fight Back
by Guest Author, Jack Kelly Ageism is a challenge for workers in their mid to late 30s. This issue should be of heightened concern, as everyone grows older and could be impacted by biases and prejudices in the workplace. Companies are currently laying off workers and enacting hiring freezes in response to difficult economic conditions.…
Read MoreThe secret to a successful job search? ‘Don’t care so much,’ says career coach
by Guest Author, Morgan Smith Finding a new job can be stressful — there’s the hours spent drafting applications, the necessary evil of networking with strangers, the sting of getting rejected or ghosted by a company you were really excited about. Although rejection is inevitable in the job search, it’s hard not to feel defeated…
Read MoreSome of the best roles are posted on ‘hidden’ job boards—how to find them
by Guest Author, Morgan Smith The secret to landing your dream role isn’t submitting hundreds of applications on companies’ websites — in fact, many great jobs aren’t posted online at all. More and more people are finding and landing new opportunities through the “hidden job market”: vacancies that aren’t publicly listed or advertised with recruiters but…
Read MoreHow to Find Remote Jobs That Fit Your Values
by Guest Author, David N. Peterson Remote work is here to stay. The pandemic has now made working from home the new normal, and many employees around the world now consider the requirement to work in the office a deal-breaker. And while it’s become much easier to find remote job offerings, it’s still important for job…
Read MoreBreaking Into HR: 5 Ways To Make a Successful Career Change
by Guest Author, Miles Oliver It doesn’t matter whether you’re changing careers because you want to pursue a passion, explore new opportunities, or simply need a change of pace — shifting from one profession to another is never an easy task. And with today’s highly competitive job market, breaking into a new field can be…
Read More7 Overlooked Steps to Land Your Next Job
by Guest Author, Sandra Dawes-Chatha You’ll find a lot of job advice online, but thinking outside the box can help you land your next big opportunity. Finding a job can be a stressful endeavor, and it can be heartbreaking when you apply for numerous positions and don’t get any response. You may find it challenging…
Read MoreLooking For a Job? Some LinkedIn Connections Matter More Than Others
by Guest Author, Michael Blanding Debating whether to connect on LinkedIn with that more senior executive you met at that conference? You should, says new research about professional networks by Iavor Bojinov and colleagues. That person just might help you land your next job. When it comes to seeking a new job, making connections on LinkedIn can…
Read More5 Insider Tips for Job Seekers Over 50
by Guest Author, Andrew Lisa Looking for work in the best of times is a stressful, frustrating process filled with anxiety, rejection and the sinking feeling that it might never end — and these are hardly the best of times. For older workers in the over-50 set, it only gets more complicated. The insecurity that…
Read More10 Ways to Overcome Ageism While Job Hunting During Retirement
by Guest Author, John Boitnott It’s never too late to start a new job. It’s estimated that, on average, a typical American worker now has more than ten jobs over the course of their lifetime. But unfortunately, whether you’re inspired to enter a new field or want a new job after you retire, one of the biggest obstacles…
Read More9 Tips for Finding a Job After Age 50
by Guest Author, Kathleen Coxwell If you are older than 50 or already retired, these tips can help you find the perfect job to keep bringing in cash. Working as long as possible is a recommended retirement strategy for almost everyone. There are so many benefits to working as long as possible, and they are not…
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