chokito asked:


does anybody have reliable data on this? how does the job market treat you when you’re changing careers, especially when your background is completely different from the industry you want to enter, say, finance? and how does the market treat you if you try to offset that by getting a masters degree first, say, an applied masters degree?

Dalton

Making a career change after 50 years of age presents its own advantages and disadvantages. There is often good reason for looking at a career change after 50.

Many workers find years of hard physical labor leave their body aching and injury too can debilitate a worker’s ability to perform in the workplace. Even stressful jobs can take their toll on workers in the white collar section of our society. These workers can look for more relaxed jobs and sometimes choose a more outdoor type of work environment as they scale down their workload towards retirement.

Making a career change after 50 years of age means that the worker will bring a wonderful variety of experiences to the workplace. They should take care to list and describe all aspects of their work history in resumes and cv’s, so that prospective employers can take advantage of useful skills already learned.

Even though a worker may not think they have relevant skills for a new career, any one who considers a career change after 50 will have a plethora of skills they may not recognize.

From years of driving, keeping accounts, arriving punctually, working as a team member, communicating with client and staff, understanding banking, taxation or social security, a worker develops a skill base that can transfer from one career to another. Making a career change after 50 may mean taking on more training.

The older worker should not be put off by the thought of retraining. A career change after 50 could be the perfect opportunity to peruse an interest that has been put aside for many years. Even a hobby can become a new career if training, enthusiasm and a niche in the industry allow. The more mature worker may find their dream job waiting just around the retraining corner.

Maturity can be a bonus to some employers. Finding someone who has chosen a career change after 50 years of age, provides them with a stable, experienced and dependable worker who has shown themselves capable of success through a lifetime of work. Although more mature the benefits of experience and training can be valuable to the employer. The older worker needs to see their years of training and practiced skills as a valuable asset to present to likely employers. Even in a new field, so many skills are transferable. With a career change after 50 years, the worker will be able to demonstrate, even if in a volunteer capacity to start with, the advantage of their expertise and experience.

Age should not limit the scope of the career change after 50, the more mature worker still has a great deal to offer any employer.



By: Clinton Lew

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Calvert

Thousands of people, just like you, are considering leaving their boring jobs to make a career change and feel more fulfilled every day.

Many of them will have been trying for years to find satisfying work, they will have moved from job to job, never really being content in any of these jobs. Is this you? Are you constantly changing jobs without understanding why you are so discontent?

As a qualified career coach, I’ve seen many clients over the years who came to me thinking I had a magic wand to sort out their problem of being ’stuck in a rut’ in their jobs or careers. But, I always told them that ‘the answer lies within’. Yes, the answer to you finding job satisfaction lies within you as an individual. Believe it or not, you have the key to unlock that information. Certainly, a career coach can help draw it out of you, but only you know what makes you tick and what will make you happy in a job.

Before you jump into another career change ask yourself these questions:

1. Do you prefer to work on your own or as part of a team?

2. Are you sociable and outgoing, or more reserved and reflective?

3. Do you enjoy being busy with lots of new projects, or do you like working methodically on one project at a time?

4. Do you prefer to come up with ideas, or are you happy working with figures and facts?

5. If asked to make a decision are you logical or more compassionate?

6. Are you able to ‘go with the flow’ at work, or do you need to be organized well ahead of time?

7. Can you get along with most people or are you constantly complaining about others’ behavior?

Looking deeper at your own behavior can be the key to finding satisfaction when considering a career change.

Irene Houston is a qualified careers coach and certified MBTI® personality trainer and author of “3 Secrets to Finding a Fulfilling Career to Make You Happy”. Head over to http://www.OnlineCareerCoachBlog.com to get your FREE copy now!

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By: Irene Houston

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Paxton

max_maths asked:


I am working as a counsellor in educational academy. I am good in communication, good aptitude. I am not much interested in programming, so i thought software Testing & quality assurance are the right path. Please guide me, how to get into this career? Is this promising career? Can i make successful transistion?

Elvis

horrorfan asked:


I recieved my undergrad degree in art, after a couple of years of working fulltime I’ve decided to change careers because I crave to have some stability in my life. I’m currently attending classes and working part time. Anyways to the question. Why is one of my friends from undergrad having such a hard time accepting my career change? Shouldn’t she be happy that I’m trying to make a better life for myself? This question is for older people who have more life experience and fewer unrealistic ideals.

Trent

WhiteWolf359 asked:


I’m 48, and I’ve been either a paralegal or administrative assistant for nearly 30 years. Neither job is terribly fulfilling for someone with my intellect or creative capacities. I’m struggling to get some of my stories published, but not much luck so far. I want to change careers to something where I can use my brain and be creative, not sit behind a desk and push papers. Any ideas?

Amery

Nicolette W asked:


Is there a high demand for this career especially in Texas?

Willis

capecoddmh asked:


Okay, after almost 20 yrs of being a licensed insurance person, I quit my job. Lots of reasons but the biggest is that I **** INSURANCE. Now I have no health insurance for my family and could get another job in insurance quick if I want the health coverage BUT… I want to change careers. I dont know whether to pursue becoming a dog trainer(I adore dogs!) or pursue something I am sort of good at, which is creative writing…I cant decide what to do and the longer I sit doing nothing the more I get depressed. Any advice?

Keith

If youre forced into a career change because of a layoff, dont panic. While it may seem the end of the world it could end up being a blessing in disguise. In fact many, especially those in middle age whove been stuck in jobs they dont enjoy because theyve built up seniority, find they ultimately welcome the forced career change. Here are some things you must do to help yourself survive the career change.

First, take stock of what you are due by your former employer and make sure you get all of it. If you are laid off unemployment compensation is your right. It may not be a lot of money many states pay1000 a month or less but its your right and its tax free. Take it. Youll generally only have to wait one week before you start getting your checks. You also have a right to the same medical coverage as you had when you were working, as long as you pay into it the sum total of what you had been paying and what your employer had been paying for you. While this might seem a hefty price youll generally find that the coverage will be a much better buy than anything you can find on your own. Dont be tempted to go without health insurance. Its far too great a risk.

The plan that allows you this coverage is called COBRA, which stands for Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act. Its regulated by the U.S. federal government and you can take advantage of the coverage for up to 18 months after you leave your job. Your employer is required by law to provide the coverage. It doesnt require any medical exam and you have up to 60 days from the expiration of the insurance coverage period you were paying into when you were last employed. In other words, if you paid for the month of April and were laid off April 9th, you would have until the end of June to pick up COBRA.

Many companies offer laid off employees a severance package. If you are not offered this, do ask. Your career change may involve further education and this money might be the difference between being able to go back to school or not. It may also be that your former employer will pay for an outplacement counsellor to help you with your career change.

You must strategize your career change. Take full stock of your finances and devise a plan to manage and pay your household expenses. Reduce and even eliminate any luxury items. Make smart budget decisions. Digital cable TV is far less important to your career change plans that your high speed Internet connection, for example.

Plan your job hunt and your career change wisely. It may be that an immediate job hunt is not going to be the same as your ultimate career change. You may need to take a job at least part time, or second shift, or temporarily to get by while you pursue your career dreams, expand your training and so forth. It may be that youll have to take a lower-paying job in your new field to get your foot in the door. Accept that if its necessary, and budget accordingly. Keep in mind the ultimate career change goal and look at it as the first step in the very right direction.



By: James Copper

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Theodore

rickylondon asked:


I am a retail manager and I make a flat salary of 30,000/year. I have about 3 years retail experience and I am looking to change careers because I am so sick of managing a retail store. Where can I go without taking a pay cut and maybe even making a few thousand more a year???

Quade