21
Aug

Older, Unemployed, and Landing the Job

I was laid off four times in my career before I turned 50. But when it happened again two years ago, I had just turned 59. Getting laid off at that age is a different ballgame. I knew I could bring value to a company, but in moments of frustration during the job hunt, I wondered how long it would take to find another job, and there was always the chance I wouldn’t be able to find one. Read more

21
Aug

Best Employers for Workers Over 50 Winners (2013)

{Click here to read the original article on AARP.org.}

Introducing the 2013 winners of the AARP Best Employers for Workers Over 50 award, cosponsored by the Society for Human Resource Management, a biennial program that recognizes employers with exemplary practices for recruiting and retaining mature workers. Read more

5
Aug

How Employers View Your Questions About Benefits

{Click here to read the original article on Career Rocketeer.}

When interviewing for a new job, it’s natural to want to know about Employee Benefits, Perks, additional opportunities for bonuses or raises, and other information that helps you decide whether a company is right for you or not.

When, and how you ask those questions, however, can have a huge impact on their interest in you as a candidate! Read more