The New York Times: A Gray Jobs Market for All Ages
INSIDE the lower-level studio of the McBurney Y in the Chelsea neighborhood of Manhattan, Abba’s 1970s hit “Dancing Queen” is thumping out: “See that girl, watch that scene, diggin’ the…
It’s Never Too Late to Love Your Job
When was the last time you were so passionate about your work that it didn’t seem like work at all? Or felt excited by all the new stuff you were…
USA Today Review: ‘Encore Career’ has practical, inspiring advice
Nine million Boomers have already decided to choose alternatives to traditional retirement, to enjoy meaningful work in their “encore careers.” Another 31 million are interested in making the leap. “Research…
The Globe and Mail: Are You 50? Here’s How to Launch A Second Career That Will Pay The Bills
The picture of retirement has changed drastically. “We absolutely cannot ignore the financial aspect. We are living longer and there is this incredible fear of outliving our money,” says Kerry…
Kerry’s Tips on Market Watch: Boomers changing careers? Avoid these 8 mistakes
The urge to switch careers can strike older workers for a variety of reasons—an unexpected job loss, fear about dimming prospects in their current industry, or simply a yen for…
Why Career Changers Need a Mentor (and How to Find One)
Mentors matter. This is a recent blog post I wrote for author and speaker Mary Foley’s terrific website, which is aimed at inspiring women. Click here to visit Mary’s site.…
USA Today Calls Great Jobs for Everyone 50+ “Practical” and “Empowering”
Kerry Hannon presents the dos and don’ts of making a job change for 50+ job seekers. STORY HIGHLIGHTS Advice for 50+ job seekers pursuing on encore career At least 60%…
CNBC: Six Boomer Jobs to Ride the Ave Wave
What’s next for you? How about a job that lets you ride the so-called “Age Wave?” Careers in working with an aging population have become increasingly popular with those age…
5 Steps to Smooth Networking
Networking is an elixir. It’s the heart and soul of job hunting, career changing, and building your own business. Who do you know who can help, advise, make an introduction?…
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