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Mature workers and aging. What not to do in employment.
Twice in the last few weeks the world has reminded me of my chronological progression. At a local store, a clerk asked if I qualified for the senior discount, and flying home from Minneapolis, the TSA agent told me to keep my shoes on as a courtesy to their more mature flyers. And yes, as of yesterday, I do qualify for benefits for anyone 55 or over. Aging is concern for more mature workers, and now that I’ve officially joined that category, I’m asking myself, as objectively as possible, are these worries valid? I do find myself a bit slower when it comes to decision making lately. I’m not...
read moreThe Secret To Career Confidence
“If you build it, they will come.” This quote from the movie Field of Dreams has application beyond the ball field. Recently a client asked for help re-entering a career he’d left during the recession. Having been out of the industry for a while, and being over 50, he was concerned that the switch would be tough if not impossible. But he was motivated to give it his best effort, so before applying to any positions, he put himself through some preparation paces: First he created an inventory of accomplishments relevant to his former line of work. This single step can deliver a huge boost in...
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