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Candidate Strategies to Counteract Ageism in the Hiring Process

It is fairly common these days to be 50 years or older and in the market for a new job or consulting opportunity. There are several factors that drive an ever-increasing population of older job seekers including longer lifespans, smaller than expected retirement funds, rising medical expenses, and extended retirement age. Simultaneously, more companies are implementing strategic hiring initiatives to attract and retain more millennials. How are older candidates able to compete with let alone differentiate from their younger counterparts? What is ageism and who… Read More »Candidate Strategies to Counteract Ageism in the Hiring Process

Designing a Cover Letter that Differentiates You

The value of the cover letter has been altogether over-analyzed to the point of sheer confusion. When the cover letter is required in the application process, you may be left wondering what you should include in it to set yourself apart. If it is not required, you might question whether to include one anyway. The madness of it all! It the employer does not explicitly say not to include a cover letter, I suggest including it. Of course, there is no guarantee they will actually… Read More »Designing a Cover Letter that Differentiates You