http://midlifecareerstrategy.com/blog Mid-Life Career Strategies Mon, 01 Sep 2008 18:08:41 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Writing for the New York Times, journalist Hannah Seligson muses on the reasons her female classmates went from being academic achievers to workplace drones. Even in the 21st century, she sighs, women still get stuck with coffee and note-taking duty. But this young journalist is no fool. First, she says, it's okay ... http://midlifecareerstrategy.com/blog/archives/241 ...unless you plan to make some basic changes. Recently I completed a Power Hour with a client I will call Roberta. We covered a lot of ground. The next day Roberta called me. "Did you send the summary as promised? People are calling to tell me my mailbox is full." I told Roberta ... http://midlifecareerstrategy.com/blog/archives/242 Traditional career change says, "Begin with your passion. Identify your strengths." I agree. The next step, you hear, is, 'Find a career where you can use your strengths." I disagree. Usually you can find many ways to use your strength. You're a good organizer? No need to start your own organizing firm. Chances ... http://midlifecareerstrategy.com/blog/archives/240 Q: I would like to get into college teaching, after several year in corporate life. I have no teaching experience but have made lots of presentation. A. I've taught college level courses as full-time, tenured and adjunct faculty. I've taught online and offline, in classrooms and conference rooms. So I love ... http://midlifecareerstrategy.com/blog/archives/239 OK, I've tried to avoid writing anything that could be considered cute or whimsical. I've relegated animal tales to my dog's blog, MidlifeDog.com So feel feel to skip this entry. I just couldn't resist, My new cat, Ophelia, looks like a big fuzzy basketball. At nine years and 17 pounds, she's ... http://midlifecareerstrategy.com/blog/archives/238 In the US News Blog On Careers, someone named "Andrew G.R." wrote: "...I can't help but wonder if many jobs are designed to beat us all into idea submission. It just seems so much easier to show up, do what they want you to do, and go home. " He's got a ... http://midlifecareerstrategy.com/blog/archives/237 Recently I was jolted out of my own comfort zone by two changes. They seem small to outsiders but they affected my work rhythm and routine. First, my senior cat began heading downhill. She had been with me almost 14-1/2 years, and she was listed as 5 when I adopted her. ... http://midlifecareerstrategy.com/blog/archives/235 When you lose an executive position - especially if you're fairly senior in age and rank - finding your next position will be a challenge. You may be especially marketable. You might even be recruited. But if you're out there searching on your own, the experience can be long, difficult ... http://midlifecareerstrategy.com/blog/archives/234 Recently I caught a televised talk by Steven Greenhouse, author of a new book, badly titled The Big Squeeze. See http://www.yourmidlifecareer.com/bigsqueeze.html If you want to know why it's a bad title, just google "Big Squeeze" in any search engine. See what comes up. Greenhouse warn that workers at all levels face ... http://midlifecareerstrategy.com/blog/archives/232 Recently I saw a brief TV segment designed to help viewers save money. The secret? Negotiate for discounts when you buy retail. Ask the service person, "Is there a coupon I could use to save money?" Often the answer will be a "yes." Of course, there's a catch. You have to ... http://midlifecareerstrategy.com/blog/archives/230