Over 50? 

Looking for work in your 50's 60's even 40s, according to some career coaches, presents difficulties.  A number of stereotypes must be overcome including:
  • not technologically savvy
  • tired, slow, unenthusiastic and just putting in time until they can retire
  • set in their ways and not willing to try new things
  • unable to get along with younger co-workers and bosses
  • too expensive
Your 40s and 50s should be your top earning years, yet if you loose your job, it becomes increasingly difficult to find another job. Some hiring managers think 40 is old. A number of recruiters admit they will not seriously consider anyone over 59 for a permanent full-time job.  A recent survey found that many of those who retire and go on social security at 62 do so because they have exhausted their unemployment benefits.

Long term unemployment and early retirement are not inevitable. You do not have to remain in a position that you dislike. Career Development Services can assist you with Resume Preparation, the Job Search, Career Change and Advancement, Starting a New Business, and "Retirement Planning.

Resume Preparation and Job Search Coaching

We may need to make adjustments to your resume so it stresses the relevant experience you have gained during the last 10 to 15 years. Remember your resume is a marketing brochure not your career autobiography.  We can assess:
  • how you are conducting your job search; are you productively using the information that can obtain from the Internet
  • whether you are using networking and social networking to their greatest  potential
  • any shortcomings in your technological knowledge
  • your interviewing skills

Career Coaching

Are you still working but concerned with you longevity in your current position?   Are you seeking a promotion within your organization? Are you looking to enter a different field?  It is very common for people at midlife to want to change careers and do something that they feel has more purpose or will contribute to the future generations.

Profiting From Your Passions Coaching

Paid employment is not your only option.  Perhaps your expertise could be channeled into starting our own business.  Passions and talents may also lead to business opportunities.  You do not need to leap into self-employment; you can start on the side while still employed.  Two telephone Profiting From Your Passions Coaching ™  sessions will help you identify your natural talents and passions and discover how they can produce an income.

Why spend your valuable free time growing a small business while you are still employed?  It may
  • allow for catch up on your retirement savings
  • help you pay down debt
  • possibly replace your full time job with a "job" you more fully enjoy
  • serve as continuing source of income supplementing social security and your pension or IRA savings once you do "retire".

Life Coaching

It's not all about work and employment.  What do you want your life to look like?  Now?  In 5 or 10 years?  Do you need more balance in your life?  Is it time to weave more time for leisure, education, exercise, better health habits, and spirituality into your life style? 

It has been said that Americans spend more time planning vacations than retirement.  Even though retirement may be years away, should you be doing more to plan for it than just saving money. If spending your life on the beach or golf course is not your idea of retirement, how will you spend your time? 
For more INFORMATION
Call 508-752-2600 or email maryann@career-development-services.com