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How to Apply for a Job When You Don’t Meet Minimum Requirements

When was the last time you read a job posting and didn’t meet the minimum requirements of the position, but you said to yourself, ” I know I can do this job!”? Probably pretty recently. This happens regularly, but most job seekers will either not apply or apply without mentioning which requirement(s) they lack and what they offer in its place. This makes it difficult for employers to connect the dots on how you could be a good fit for the job. There are several… Read More »How to Apply for a Job When You Don’t Meet Minimum Requirements

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