With the economic downturn, the job market is highly competitive. One group that is having a particularly tough time in finding work is the Baby Boomer generation. Some human resources people or staffing personnel consider them too old, too expensive, or health risks and are therefore more prone to pass them up for someone younger. Younger people do not get sick as often, work for less money, and usually have better technological skills. Boomer women are especially affected.
But what they do lack is the experience. It the rugged environment of the global economy there is much to be said for the battle test employee. There is much to be said for the individual who works from experience and not just from theoretical discussions learned in college. Like everything else, there is a trade off.
Here is some excellent advice that was featured in Forbes Magazine. I am posting the link to the entire Forbes Magazine article, but especially wanted to call to your attention some worthwhile advice from Marcia Basichis at Brentwood Search. So here you are….
“Brentwood Executive Search strategist Marcia Basichis suggests that job hunters do what any good negotiator would – learn your potential employers’ interests and tailor your resume to match them. “All job candidates,” says Basichis “should research companies they would like to work for, thoroughly going over their websites to understand the business.”
Instead of focusing on the past – the dead-weight contained in most resumes -Basichis recommends looking to the future by writing potential employers letters explaining how your existing skills, education and experience can benefit the company you wish to join.
“Dont overstate,” says Basichis, “but craft your resume in a manner that makes your experience most closely match the specific job you seek.’ “
