Job Hunting
Changing careers or entering the work force for the first time may be difficult. Everything from resume building ideas to finding a job and interviewing can be found here.
Changing Careers for Dummies [offsite link] Carol McClelland and Deb Koen, co-author, have created a user-friendly way of determining the hows and when of making career changes. You are helped with step-by-step methods to working toward getting the best job for you, personally. Does Your Job Control Your Life or Do You Control Your Career?  You can drift through your life, working at a job, or you can take control of your life, building a career. It isn’t what you do that makes the difference; it’s what you think about what you’re doing that determines your success. How to Find a Job After 50 [offsite link] Betsy Cummings has written a wonderful book on options now available to those over 50. Walking you through new and old skills, you are shown how to re-evaluate yourself for today´s market. Recognizing the need for fulfilling work, you are shown how to incorporate your skills into solid second careers. Jargon Sounds Like Jabberwocky to Job Seekers?  Industry-specific language in employment ads separates those in the know from potential job-seeking bluffers. If you don´t know what the words mean, chances are, you aren´t
qualified for the job. Keep looking. Job Market is a Challenge for Those Over Fifty  All of a sudden, you are told that you aren’t “following company policy,” or the company has been taken over by another corporation and they want to bring in their own people. Getting a pink slip is never easy but it is even more frightening when you are over the age of 50. Minimum Wage, Apprenticeship, and Success  Entry-level jobs and being paid a Minimum Wage can actually work to your favor. Taking advantage of onsite training and education that could well help you create a business of your own. Those who choose not to are only hurting themselves. Planning a Second Career in Your 50s  Planning a second career, for whatever reason, past the age of 50, isn´t as easy as many would have you believe. If you’re miserable and want to try something in a totally new area, there’s more to be done before you can make a choice. Pumping up your Resume to get your Dream Job  How ready are you for a new career? Pump up your resume and impress the hiring manager by following the steps in this article. Links marked with the [offsite link] designation point to websites not associated with BellaOnline.com. BellaOnline.com is not responsible for the material found there.
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