Boomers Next Step

How Do You Overcome Feeling Defeated When Job Offers Aren’t Knocking Down the Door?

boomersnextstep@gmail.com — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 10:11:16 PST

Days and nights can seem really long when you are looking for work and nothing appears. As the day winds down with a feeling that little has been accomplished, it can affect the nights. Sleep can be troubled, come and go, or avoid you all together. All this can leave you feeling helpless and frustrated. And

Home Business – If You Can’t Find A Job, Create Your Own

boomersnextstep@gmail.com — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 05:58:36 PST

With the economy the way it is today, its the perfect time for you to create your own job by setting up a home business. Few companies are hiring, but there are still ways to make money. Take advantage of the situation and work in the comfort of your own home. Use the information provided

What Can a Career Blog Do For You?

boomersnextstep@gmail.com — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 07:52:13 PST

Looking for a job has changed a lot in recent years, in part because of the changes in technology. There was a time when people with computer skills were in the minority, but now it seems like significant computer skills are needed for almost any job, from those in the auto industry to those in

Take This Job and Shove It! Re-Inventing Yourself in the New Economy

boomersnextstep@gmail.com — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 08:40:41 PST

Stressed out from the economy and looking for a new job? Maybe it’s time for you to be your own boss. That’s right – fire your boss! Go on…I dare ya! There are so many considerations when contemplating working for yourself, but taking the time to think ahead and plan can give you a

How To Pick The Perfect Career At 40 And Over

boomersnextstep@gmail.com — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 05:59:32 PST

Ever found yourself wondering where you would begin to figure out how to pick the perfect career, something new that you would be really excited and passionate about? Are you thinking “Right… Now that sounds impossible!” Have a job? Do you like what you do for your job? How long have you had this

Are You Using The Best Career Change Strategies?

boomersnextstep@gmail.com — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 08:41:25 PST

If you are reading this article, I presume that you have reached the point when you are clear that changing your career is a very potent option for you. Good, realization is only a few steps away from making a decision, which is only a few steps away from taking an action, so you are

Finding a Job Over 50: How to Effectively Approach the Market in 2012

boomersnextstep@gmail.com — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 06:19:21 PST

The current job market can be difficult enough for new college graduates, but for those re-entering the market after more than twenty years of stable employment, it can be much less welcoming. Because of age bias and the incessant labeling of those over 50 as “overqualified,” baby boomers have to take a very different approach

How to Deal With 3 Sticky Interview Questions

boomersnextstep@gmail.com — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 06:27:41 PST

The good news is that you’ve been called in for an interview! But wait just a minute, the bad news is that you’ve been called in for an interview! The long-awaited interview can be your ticket to a new and better job, but it can also be an anxiety producer that keeps you up nights

Getting Interviews But No Offers?

boomersnextstep@gmail.com — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 07:45:41 PST

You’ve got the interview. You’re ready, willing, and able and pretty excited about the company. They’re a good company with a respected brand. They have an interesting product line – right up your alley. From all indications, they sound like a good employer. The job they posted sounds almost like they pulled the description right

10 Interview Mistakes to Avoid

boomersnextstep@gmail.com — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 06:53:33 PST

An interview is an integral part of recruitment process. There is no escape from that. If you have to land in a job, your CV and a satisfactory interview are the most important factors. Having said that, in this post I will be covering the 10 interview mistakes that everyone needs to avoid! An interview is a process whereby