Your guide to navigating today’s workplace and snagging that perfect job
Whether you’re searching for a new job by choice or necessity, consider this book your life raft. You’ll find all the resources you need to job-hunt―from building an online presence and revitalizing your résumé to negotiating a salary and landing that job!
The power of people ― harness the power of the people you know ― friends and family, former colleagues, social media contacts, and more ― to network your way to your next job
Mirror, mirror on the wall ― rehab your résumé and cover letter, build a positive online presence, acquire social media street smarts, and market yourself on LinkedIn
Hang your own shingle ― join the growing ranks of the self-employed with advice on launching your own business, working as a freelancer, turning a hobby into a profit, and cashing in on your natural gifts
Scope it out ― discover which jobs are in demand and expected to grow, what they pay, and whether you’re qualified
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From the Inside Flap
Learn to:
Showcase the value you have to offer a potential employer
Perfect your résumé and interview skills
Negotiate for what you want
Snag your dream job in the age of social media
Launch a whole new career or business
Your guide to navigating today’s workplace and snagging that perfect job
Whether you’re searching for a new job by choice or necessity, consider this book your life raft. You’ll find all the resources you need to job-huntfrom building an online presence and revitalizing your résumé to negotiating a salary and landing that job!
The power of people harness the power of the people you know friends and family, former colleagues, social media contacts, and more to network your way to your next job
Mirror, mirror on the wall rehab your résumé and cover letter, build a positive online presence, acquire social media street smarts, and market yourself on LinkedIn
Hang your own shingle join the growing ranks of the self-employed with advice on launching your own business, working as a freelancer, turning a hobby into a profit, and cashing in on your natural gifts
Scope it out discover which jobs are in demand and expected to grow, what they pay, and whether you’re qualified
Open the book and find:
Ways to identify and market your most valuable skills
How to use Facebook, Google+, LinkedIn, and Twitter in your job search
How to clear the application hurdle
Tips for prepping for an interview
The top jobs for 50+ workers
Ten steps for career changers
From the Back Cover
Learn to:
Showcase the value you have to offer a potential employer
Perfect your résumé and interview skills
Negotiate for what you want
Snag your dream job in the age of social media
Launch a whole new career or business
Your guide to navigating today’s workplace and snagging that perfect job
Whether you’re searching for a new job by choice or necessity, consider this book your life raft. You’ll find all the resources you need to job-hunt from building an online presence and revitalizing your résumé to negotiating a salary and landing that job!
The power of people harness the power of the people you know friends and family, former colleagues, social media contacts, and more to network your way to your next job
Mirror, mirror on the wall rehab your résumé and cover letter, build a positive online presence, acquire social media street smarts, and market yourself on LinkedIn
Hang your own shingle join the growing ranks of the self-employed with advice on launching your own business, working as a freelancer, turning a hobby into a profit, and cashing in on your natural gifts
Scope it out discover which jobs are in demand and expected to grow, what they pay, and whether you’re qualified
Open the book and find:
Ways to identify and market your most valuable skills
How to use Facebook, Google+, LinkedIn, and Twitter in your job search
How to clear the application hurdle
Tips for prepping for an interview
The top jobs for 50+ workers
Ten steps for career changers
About the Author
Kerry Hannon (kerryhannon.com) is a nationally recognized authority on career transitions and retirement, a frequent TV and radio commentator, and author of numerous books, including Love Your Job (Wiley/AARP), What’s Next? (Berkley Trade/AARP), and Great Jobs for Everyone 50+ (Wiley/AARP). Hannon is AARP’s Jobs Expert and a regular contributor to The New York Times, Forbes, and Money magazine.
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