1) Focus on the positive.
Think about the wealth of experience you have, the challenges you’ve faced and overcome, and the skill set you’ve built up over the years. Seniors can draw upon past experiences and contributions, unlike younger applicants.
2) Present a positive, can-do attitude.
Stress the fact that you are willing to try new things, possess the required technical knowledge, and are flexible to meet the goals of the organization. In addition, mature workers make wonderful mentors for younger workers. Offer to teach valuable techniques and tools as a mentor contributing to the ongoing success for the organization.
3) Know your skill set.
Be able to describe your skill set in three categories: transferrable skills – what skills have you acquired in previous positions that can benefit the new position; personal qualities – why are you unique, what value you can add that no one else can; and education – do you have specific training that speaks to the new position?
4) Present yourself well on paper.
Resumes are generally the key to opening the door for the interview. Make sure yours is in top-notch shape. Make it reader friendly with a lot of white space and bullet points, customize it to address the position’s requirements and to highlight your capabilities, and back up your skills and claims of company improvement with specific examples or stories of your accomplishments.
5) Ace the interview.
This is show time and the best opportunity you will have to sell yourself. Show confidence with a firm handshake, eye contact, and a pleasant and professional demeanor. Follow up with a thank you note or email.
As the mainstay of your marketing strategy, remember that age does have its privileges! You know your stuff, you’ve got experience, you come with life skills and a mature work ethic, and you’ll be a valuable asset to any team or organization that has a need for someone with your talents. Source: www.workforce50.com www.workforce50.com
Blessings for Seniors makes it possible for older adults to enjoy the comforts of their own home for as long as possible. We offer a customized care plan that includes services such as; Hourly Senior Home Care, 24-Hour Home Care, Dementia Care, Personal Care and Companion Care. Also ask us about our Veterans’ Home Care program.
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