Q. “When my application, idea or proposal gets rejected, should my next move be “Ask for feedback?” A. Here’s one of the few times I’d say, “Never!” Okay. “Hardly ever.” Instead …
Career Change
Mid-Life Career Change: Do you need a top named school to find a new career?
“Norman” had been working for 15 years with great success. His mid-life career change came from a decision to move to a new state to be closer to his family, he discovered he would need a certification from an approved university. He found certification programs at a variety of venues, from a community college to […]
Video: Networking with Informational Interviews For Career Change
Career change requires learning about what’s out there – and there’s no better way than informational interviewing. Whether you ask casual questions from someone you just met at a bar, or whether you set up a carefully planned meeting with a senior executive in your field, you’ll get the straight scoop to find your new […]
Career Change During Holiday Season: Talk to Strangers!
Changing careers or jobs? Your search doesn’t have to grind to a halt during the holidays. Keep your momentum going throughout the holiday season and find new ways to reach your target companies. In fact, you may find increased opportunities to meet prospective employers, make valuable contacts and reconnect with people you haven’t seen for […]
Midlife Career Moves When You Lose Your Job
Some time ago the Wall Street Journal carried a story about a 49-year-old public relations specialist, laid off four years ago, currently working as a seasonal post office employee. “Could he hope to be back on a payroll?” the article asked. Here’s what I’d advise if he called me. (1) Gain momentum early. When you […]
What’s Special About Midlife Career Change?
When reviewing career change books, I often find myself, ‘This book seems more appropriate for 20-somethings or 30-somethings. But midlife career change doesn’t work this way.” Here are some ways midlife career change IS different. Please share your own views in the comments section. (1) You need more sophisticated networking systems. A Young Career Changer (YCC) can […]