Second Chance · How Career Changers Can Find a Great Job
- Authors
- Ghilani, Mary E.
- Publisher
- Praeger Publishers
- Tags
- human resources & personnel management , business & economics , career changes , careers , job hunting , general , 9781598843583
- ISBN
- 9781598843583
- Date
- 2010-04-09T00:00:00+00:00
- Size
- 0.33 MB
- Lang
- en
As the definition of work and retirement continues to evolve, those at midlife have more opportunity than ever to design the jobs they have always wanted. "Second Chance: How Career Changers Can Find a Great Job" shows how it's done. Starting with an overview of midlife, retirement trends, and the benefits of older employees, the book details both the issues involved in making a career change and the career options available to career changers.
Expert career counselor Mary E. Ghilani helps readers analyze why they want to change their career, develop a change plan, and explore the best career options for their particular circumstances. Readers will discover how to find a new job using the latest technology, how to effectively market oneself to potential employers, how to upgrade a resume, and how to improve interviewing skills. Self-reflective exercises; tips on finding a job in a tight economy; and helpful career, educational, and employment resources round out this comprehensive guide.