The Current Job Market

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Middle Aged With No Job? Master These 5 Tips to Get Ahead in the Job Market

During a work coaching session with a client in his late 40s, I was surprised and saddened when he suddenly opened up about his unexpected job loss. He used to be a senior operations manager, but he's now a middle aged man juggling the difficulties of finding a job and supporting his family.

Like my client, things haven't worked out easily for many middle aged men in the UK. Some of them are still jobless, even after two years of trying to seek employment. Those who were lucky enough, were able to find jobs but at half of their previous salary.

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My work coaching session with him made me increasingly aware of the current reality for most middle aged workers. Men in their 30s to 50s count on these critical years to make a substantial amount of money to pay off their debts and to save up for retirement. However most of them find this difficult to do because of the competition, their age and the limited opportunities available.

Middle Aged With No Job? Master These 5 Tips to Get Ahead in the Job Market

Follow these work coaching tips to get ahead in the job market and to prevent unnecessary discrimination regarding your age:

Let go of your sense of entitlement. You were once a seasoned professional in your field but that doesn't give you the license to brag or to expect preferential treatment from recruiters, hiring managers or even your competition. Nothing is permanent in the world; even your achievements are forgotten. Don't live in the past. Be humble and accept that you need to learn new skills or be trained by somebody younger. Dropping your sense of entitlement will really help you, especially if you have to seek employment in another field.
Don't procrastinate with your job hunt. Even if your unemployment benefits will last for two years, you shouldn't wait long before starting your job hunt. Why? Because if you were let go, there's a huge possibility that other people are getting laid off too! The more you wait, the bigger your competition gets. Aside from that, the process of looking for a job, completing the requirements and training may take longer than you expected. If you don't want to run out of funds before your next paycheck comes in, I suggest you get moving- NOW!
Tap into your other skills and interests. You don't need to stay in the same industry to find a good job. If you have other skills or passions that could help you make a profit, make use of them. Even education or training you received but never used can help you find a job. Using your other skills, such as writing, teaching, cooking or handiwork can help you make a living. If you do these things well, you can even start a sustainable business.
Make your resume look young. What do I mean with this? Simple, age proof your resume by including only work experience related to the position you're applying for. That way, any unnecessary years are removed and you're not categorized as "too old" by any potential employer.
Talk young. This is one of my favorite work coaching tips for people who fear discrimination regarding their age. Don't let the way you talk reveal your age. Quit the "back in the days" talk. Listen to how men in their 20s or early 30s talk and try to adopt their words but try not to go overboard with the colloquialisms. You should also stay up to date with the latest in the media by watching the news, reading the paper and surfing the internet. If you don't know what Facebook or Twitter is, then you certainly have a lot to catch up on.

Starting over is difficult, especially for middle aged men. For my final work coaching advice, I suggest that you keep your mind open to the options available. Accept the fact that you may not get the same job title or compensation. However that doesn't mean you can't go back to that position in the future. For now, work hard and find a job that can help you pay the bills and support your family. When you're stable enough, you can find another job that suits you better.

Middle Aged With No Job? Master These 5 Tips to Get Ahead in the Job Market

Walnut Creek Career Coaches Discuss "What is the Hidden Job Market?"

Walnut Creek Career Coaches Discuss "What is the Hidden Job Market?" Video Clips. Duration : 3.02 Mins.

careerwisdominstitute.com Join Julie Gleeson and Sherry Platt Berman in understanding how to find the hidden job market all around you. Learn to identify your skill set and apply them to opportunities that you might not have considered. Sherry Berman and Julie Gleeson are Co-Founders of The Career Wisdom Institute and Authors of Inside Job. As Career Counselors, both Sherry and Julie coach people how to slow down, do less, and achieve more. Based in the Lamorinda Area just East of San Francisco, they work with clients in Walnut Creek, Lafayette, Moraga, Orinda, Pleasant Hill, Berkeley, Oakland, and throughout Northern California. If you're looking for a career change or are unemployed or simply seeking better employment satisfaction, consider contacting Sherry and Julie. They can coach you to meaningful employment doing work you love. ::Contact Us:: Julie Gleeson Sherry Berman 925.408.8422 925.212.7805 Website careerwisdominstitute.com Email info@careerwisdominstitute.com Mailing Address Career Wisdom Institute, Inc. 1036 Country Club Drive, Suite 100 Moraga CA 94556 View all of our videos on our YouTube Channel: www.youtube.com

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Economic Trends and the Job Market - Career Coach Ford R. Myers - Career Potential, LLC

Economic Trends and the Job Market - Career Coach Ford R. Myers - Career Potential, LLC Tube. Duration : 1.50 Mins.

Click here for your complimentary career consultation www.careerpotential.com Career coach Ford R. Myers being interviewed on CNBC regarding economic trends and the job market.

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How to Market Yourself Effectively

It doesn't matter whether you run your own business, are an employee or job seeker, if you market yourself well, you will achieve success. Marketing is about finding your unique abilities and being able to communicate these to others effectively.

You may have heard of the saying "people buy people", so take the opportunity to let people know why they should promote you, employ you or buy from you. Here are my tips to market yourself effectively:

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1. Write down a list of your strengths and skills and use these as selling points when you meet new people. What is unique about you? What sets you apart from anyone else? How can you make sure you market yourself at every opportunity?

How to Market Yourself Effectively

2. Develop a succinct message that you can share with others that takes about 10-20 seconds to deliver. In business, this is known as an elevator speech - who you are and what you can do for others. Design and practice your message.

3. Remember that every time you communicate, this is the opportunity to make an impact. Make sure that anything you put in writing, such as a letter or CV is clear, concise and easy to read. And remember to include the strengths you have identified above.

4. You also communicate by what you wear and whether it is appropriate for the occasion. You may wish to research the dress code and give yourself plenty of time to decide what to wear. Choose your outfit wisely with the appropriate accessories, and remember to clean your shoes!

5. Make a great first impression. People tend to make a first impression of you within the first few minutes of meeting you. When you meet new people, use appropriate eye contact, a firm handshake, and smile!

6. Preparation is key. Whether you are going to a networking event or a job interview, it is important to prepare in advance. Plan the journey before you leave, know who you are going to meet and plan what you are going to say.

What do you do to market yourself effectively? Let me know - email me today!

How to Market Yourself Effectively

Team In Transition: Employee Development at Whole Foods Market

Team In Transition: Employee Development at Whole Foods Market Video Clips. Duration : 4.05 Mins.

Michelle Ewalt consults organizations on Emotional Intelligence programming and Employee Development Trends. Patty Fair, Director of Creative Services at Whole Foods Market, discusses the positive changes Michelle brought to their organization. teamintransition.com

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