How to Beat the Job-Search Blues

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I am wondering where the companies are that employs those over 50! Against the law? Sure! Can you prove that is why you aren't being hired? Chances are slim to none! So, if you can't get a job after you turn 50 what are you suppose to do for the next 25 - 30 years? I am beginning to wonder!

Wondering of OH 9:15AM January 21, 2011

Wow! This article hit dead center. I have been out of a full time job since June 2010 and this really hit home. I recently counted up about 25 odd positions that I have applied for, even the hourly RadioShack/Target jobs. Thanks for the ideas in beating this out.

Al of CA 3:18PM December 21, 2010

I have been working with people in transition since 1992, have a diverse background in industry including marketing and sales, finance and accounting, manufacturing, engineering, product management and medical services. I have made a number of job changes myself, some not of my choosing; so I know what it is all about.
More recently I've been doing Job Search Coaching professionally and I love being helpful to my clients. I recognize that many don't have the income to afford a coach, so I will allow many clients to defer the bulk of charges until they are reemployed; then they can pay off the charges over six months.
Why is coaching so viable for many? Because a good coach has tremendous expertise in all aspects of job search and it is sometimes so hard for one to independently judge what is going on in the job search.
I invite people to call me for more information (for which there is no charge, of course). My phone is: 952-943-0718.
Most of my coaching is done over the phone and the Internet. I have an international practice.

Stan Brown of MN 11:38PM December 15, 2010

I think every person should be given a chance. There's alot of people out there that may not be book smart but has a real good senseable mind in general about alot of thing's, and are hard worker's. Also show up on time because they are hungry for work.

Barbe Hodkinson of TX 12:48PM September 24, 2010

I need some help finding a good steady job? Please if anyone can help i would love it.been laid off since Nov. 2009.

brian Young of OH 12:08PM July 20, 2010

I too am faced with many of the same issues. The internet is good to send volumes of resumes but how do you get to talk to a real person in HR? I think I have a great skill set but it is not the usual cookie cutter model. Unless you are a perfect fit your resume/application may not get looked at. I faced the same issue from the other end when I managed and looked for specific applicants through the system. The internet is great but it does not show you as an applicant.

Dave of TX 10:26AM July 20, 2010

This article is what I needed to read. I agree with all of it, and I will be taking the advice/tips. However, I do think it's funny how great I thought the internet was at first for applying for employment, but now I realize it's much better to do so in person, when possible, of course. I've only gotten one request for an interview from online applications, ( it was financial, and required a degree I don't have), and four interview requests when I applied in person. My opinion is that employers still want to see who's out there, literally. Yes, I know, A LOT of employers have the online applications for a reason. I still fill those out, but only if that's their preference. Otherwise, I will borrow the gas money to get me where I need to go. Besides, I know that if I land that job, I can repay them, and give them credit for helping me.

Linda of WA 1:13AM July 20, 2010

When applying on line it should be automatic that the program tells you what they recieved; cover letter, resume,thier on line application, results of an on line test, list of references. Otherwise, it seems like everything just went into a black hole.

Tennille of GA 8:24AM July 19, 2010

Okay I completely agree that we should leave no stone unturned in the job search, and I recently read a good article about the importance of getting offline in your job search as well, but I think the majority of us will be using online search engines for the job search so here's a new one that may have some fresh offers http://jobs.trovit.com . Try it, but also network! and get away from the computer every once in a while...the old-fashioned ways to find a job can bring up jobs that the internet doesn't have!

Zoe of CA 6:31AM June 28, 2010

I took an early retirement from a multinational bank back home. I took care of some personal projects I wasn't able to do when I was still employed and then migrated to Canada. I am coming out of my semi-retirement and starting to look for work again. With 19 years of banking experience to back me up, I thought I will, one way or another land a banking job here. I have psyched and braced myself that I will need to start all over again and even willing to take on any entry level position just so that I can get my foot in the door. Unfortunately, no door has been opening for me. But I'm not losing hope as I plan to shake-off these job-search blues with the help of this article. I know there is a job waiting for me somewhere but I hope to find it soon....

Jennifer Senia 12:09PM June 21, 2010