Finding a job can be difficult at times, even more so when you are an older worker. This presentation focuses on helping mature workers identify their skills and overcome objections in their job search. Several “mature worker” friendly companies are identified. In addition to the specialized concerns of job seekers over 50, this will cover search tips that are useful for job seekers of any age.
1. Job Search for Over 50
brought to you by
Bruce A. Bennett
Career Coach Corner
January 12, 2023
2. Introduction
MCWN Volunteer since 2010 & Contractor from 2018
Career Coach Corner Blogger & Presenter
B² Discuss LinkedIn Podcaster
General Notes for Today
My contact info is on last slide
Presentation file available on SlideShare
Workshop is interactive
Ask questions
Share experience(s)
Recognizing Age Discrimination in Action
3. Outline
Age Discrimination & Employment Act
Recognizing age discrimination
Websites for the mature workers
Mature worker friendly companies
Overcoming objections/stereotypes
Networking
Job search process
Positioning yourself
Suggested actions
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7. Paul Cameron Talks Age Discrimination
The Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967
(ADEA) protects certain applicants and employees 40
years of age and older from discrimination on the basis
of age in hiring, promotion, discharge, compensation, or
terms, conditions or privileges of employment.
It happens randomly not all the time
More likely to be subtle
An Experiment
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9. Lay offs
Job elimination
Team restructuring
“Early retirement”
You are too old for the job
No use training older worker who’s about to retire
Have higher insurance cost as older worker
How long do you plan to work?
Unlearn bad habits
Do not know new technology
11. Experience - Tout it, use it, solve it, e.g. pain CL
Network - Employee referral to industry know how
Loyalty - Commitment for company & projects
Openness - Tech savvy and ready to learn
Perspective - Obstacles and challenges
Focus - Don Blackwell “ability to avoid distraction”
Communication - Personal touch
Flexibility - Not regimented for 9 to 5
Confidence – See 1st bullet
22. 5 Strategies to Overcome Age Discrimination
1. Focus on relevant experience
2. What makes you different
3. Don’t stop learning
4. Build a strong LinkedIn profile
5. Network like you’ve networked before
23. John Jennings raised a great point
“Networking seems to be a crucial ‘back door’ when you
may get filtered out at the ATS ‘front door’.”
Rolodex or LinkedIn, use an advocacy group
Put the “social” back into social media
Send well wishes or brief notes
Seek a coffee/break meeting on their turf
Enjoy getting together
Informational interview? Or learn about what & how you and
your company succeed
24. Caroline Ceniza-Levine suggests a 6 step process
Identify your targets
Create compelling marketing (e.g., resume, LinkedIn,
networking pitch, cover letter)
Research companies and industries
Network and interview
Stay motivated and organized and troubleshoot regularly
Negotiate and close the offer
25. Know thyself
Inventory your skills
What are your strengths
Identify at least five for job search dialogues
Be prepared to provide a narrative example
Practice telling these stories
Know & understand the positions you apply to
Does the job description match your skills?
Get past the ATS robots by using scanning sites
Positive Mental Attitude
26. There are many basic interview questions
Behavioral type questions are popular
Tell me about a time when you had to enforce a company
policy you did not agree with
Give an example of when you had to resolve a conflict
Why were you let go at your last job?
Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
Practice answering these questions
Have prepared questions for the interviewer(s)
Hint: Don’t ask questions answered on their website
27. These websites help refine your resume
Match your key skills with job description
Empower you to get past ATS robots
www.jobscan.co
https://theprofessional.me
https://skillsyncer.com/
https://cultivatedculture.com/resume-scanner/
This is How Job Scan Works
31. Use local library to learn new skill i.e. LinkedIn Learning
(formerly Lynda.com) or Gale Courses as featured by AHML
Attend networking events and job fairs
Engage your networks - LinkedIn, Facebook, Neighborhood, etc.
Volunteer
Persistence & Tenacity
32. Food truck experiment -https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UYCxAIqjyCA
Chicago Tribune - https://www.pressreader.com/usa/chicago-tribune-
sunday/20200705/282432761438405
Basket give away experiment https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R0MPuWg3pzs
Heather Austin - 5 Strategies to Overcome Age Discrimination 10 mins
https://heatheraustin.online/
linkedin.com/in/heather-austin
J.T. O’Donnell - #1 Tip to Beat Age Discrimination in 2020 59 mins
https://www.workitdaily.com/how-to-handle-age-discrimination-coronavirus/listen-now Podcast
31 mins
33. January Calendar of Events & Services
Personalized Job Search Assistance Services
Resume Review
Mock Interview
LinkedIn Critique
Email the professional directly to request review
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34. LinkedIn for Your Job Search
Monday January 16, 2023 from 10:00am to 12:00pm
LinkedIn Strategic Guidelines
Wednesday January 18, 2023 from 10:00am to 12:00pm
Resumes, Cover Letters & Applying Online
Wednesday February 2, 2023 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Guide to a Winning Interview
Wednesday February 7, 2023 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Boost Your Job Search by Volunteering
Wednesday March 8, 2023 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
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35. Jennifer W. – Marketing
Lucas H. – IT Professional
Liz F. – Graphics Designer
Michael D. – IT Professional
Sherry H. – Marketing
Rich M. – Project Manager
Cheryl W. – Bookkeeping
Kenya B. – Finance
I want to add your name to the list!!
36. Feel free to connect with me on LinkedIn
Bruce A. Bennett
Mobile: 815-302-9552
Email: BABennett73@gmail.com
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/bruceabennett
Career Coach Corner Blog: http://bruce73.wordpress.com/
https://bruce73.wordpress.com/upcoming-presentations/
Podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/show/b-squared-linkedin