When starting a job search, it can be confusing to know where to turn for trusted advice. Below are a number of sites I recommend for high-quality guidance, tools and resources:
- LinkedIn.com has a collection of free videos for job seekers, “Finding a Job during Challenging Economic Times” featuring over eleven hours of training on topics like video interviewing, digital networking and writing a resume.
- The Boston Encore Network has a very helpful group of resources on their site: Mastering the Job Search for People Over 50.
- Job-Hunt.org has an excellent Guide to Successful Job Search for Job Seekers Over 50 that includes articles on LinkedIn Tips for Job Seekers Over 50, Remote Jobs in Retirement: What You Need to Know, and Beating the Too Old Bias, Learning New Skills, among others.
- Job search guru Hannah Morgan of CareerSherpa.net hosts a boatload of free resources for job seekers on her site, including checklists, a sample personal marketing plan, sample cover letters, conversation starters, assessments and more to help you navigate your job search.
- If you want or need to make a career pivot, these second-act podcasts will give you an endless supply of inspiration, encouragement and ideas for your next act:
- Finally, for more free resources, please be sure to check out this post I wrote for NextAvenue.org 12 Free Resources to Find a Job, Start a Side Hustle or Change Careers.