Consumer Reports: Starting a Second Career to Sail Through Retirement
After working for a few decades, and as retirement approaches, many of us begin to think about a second career. What else we could we do that would be more enjoyable yet still help pay the bills? What other kinds of jobs might offer more flexibility and satisfaction? Lisa Eaves, 56, a former technical-support manager […]
The New York Times: Older Job Seekers Find Ways to Avoid Age Bias
JAMES S. KUNEN, 66, teaches English as a second language at the Center for Immigrant Education and Training at LaGuardia Community College in Queens. When he was let go as the director of corporate communications at Time Warner during a round of layoffs, Mr. Kunen confronted the core questions: What is it he could do? […]
Liven Up Your LinkedIn Profile
A well-crafted LinkedIn profile can give you a serious advantage when you’re on a job hunt, so it’s worth taking the time to periodically polish it up. And there’s no time like the present. More than one-third of employers expect to add full-time permanent employees in 2015, according to CareerBuilder’s annual job forecast, the best […]
Employers Unprepared for Aging Workforce
Many CEOs these days give lip service to the notion of keeping workers on board as they slide over into what was once considered retirement age. They envision a phased in retirement for their employees– one that allows you to gradually move from full-time to part-time and eventually say adios. They don’t want to lose […]
Kerry’s Expert Advice: Things To Do Before You Start Working From Home
No commute. No pesky interruptions. It’s just you, your computer, and a cup of hot coffee. The goal of working from home is a worthy one, but getting permission to work remotely is just step one. You need to lay the groundwork now to make a seamless office-to-home transition. AARP’s jobs expert Kerry Hannon explains what […]
What I Learned About Money, Work and More in 2014
Every New Year’s Eve, I look back on and jot down highlights of the year gone by — from places I visited to my accomplishments and losses. This regular annual review helps me recapture, remember and move forward. I then write down four goals for the year ahead: two for my work, and two personal. […]
Help Your Résumé Stand Out
A résumé revamp can help you stand out from other applicants in the screening process. A great résumé is at the heart of any successful job hunt. While lots of job hunting advice, mine included, says that a LinkedIn profile is critical to getting noticed during your job search, it does not replace a […]
3 Wise Ways to Give Kids Money
My husband and I don’t have kids or grandkids, but we do have five nieces and seven nephews. Over the years, we’ve given them books, music, jewelry and gift certificates. But the gift that has always brought them a smile? Money! Even when they were little they seemed to get it, especially, my nephew, Michael, […]
Kerry’s Interview with Career Guru Maggie Mistal: How To Give Your Career More Meaning
How To Give Your Career More Meaning & Purpose Perhaps you’ve been dreaming what you think is the impossible dream. Perhaps fears and concerns have been keeping you from making a difference with your time and talents. I am here to encourage you to stay adventurous and follow your dreams. Starting today you can Soul […]
Age Discrimination – How To Handle It In Your Job Search: Kerry Lends Her Expertise
The following is an interview conducted by Forbes Contributor Kathy Caprino For this series, I’ve reached out to a number of fellow experts and contributors on Forbes and beyond to help me tackle this critical, yet elusive issue. Today’s post features the insights of Kerry Hannon, who is AARP’s jobs expert, and award-winning author of What’s […]
