http://thecareerpioneer.com/data-shows-bigger-cities-aren%e2%80%99t-always-better-for-hiring-in-2011/ Tips for Changing Careers & Starting a Passion Biz Fri, 20 Feb 2015 19:40:00 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.6.1 http://thecareerpioneer.com/data-shows-bigger-cities-aren%e2%80%99t-always-better-for-hiring-in-2011/comment-page-1/#comment-935 Anonymous Thu, 16 Jun 2011 17:59:00 +0000 http://thecareerpioneer.com/?p=1151#comment-935 @Carolyn,
Thanks for writing. I’m sorry to hear about your situation. You, like so many other Americans, are facing a difficult time with the unemployment rate soaring and the job market appearing bleak.
It’s difficult to pinpoint what may be a stumbling block in your search without more details. But what I like to do is to think proactively in situations such as yours, rather than play the blame-game — which, it doesn’t sound like you are, but it’s certainly tempting to fall into that trap.
One of the first lines of attack would be, of course, your resume and cover letter. Those are your first introductions to a potential employer and if those don’t absolutely shine, then we shoot ourselves in the foot before even getting it in the door. Have you considered letting a professional resume and cover letter writer review your materials, or at least a friend with an eye for detail?
For mid-career professionals, you absolutely face a different challenge, which it sounds you’re acknowledging. The question is: how do you turn your years of experience into an asset so much so that prospective employers forget about your age? That’s something that, perhaps, requires a re-branding of sorts (i.e. personal image, education, experience packaging, etc).
In terms of location, that could certainly be putting a cap on the opportunities, depending on what industry you’re in. And you’re smart to think outside of the box.
I would love to hear your thoughts, and keep me posted on your job search.

]]> http://thecareerpioneer.com/data-shows-bigger-cities-aren%e2%80%99t-always-better-for-hiring-in-2011/comment-page-1/#comment-934 Carolyn Tue, 14 Jun 2011 16:10:00 +0000 http://thecareerpioneer.com/?p=1151#comment-934 Here is a challenge for you.How does a 51 year old black woman unemployed for 15 months find work. I have been turned down for jobs and advised insurance rates for the employer would be higher for me. I am experienced in many areas. Mainly customer service, supervisor, admin. The lay off has affected my credit as I have fallen behind on the mortgage and other bills. I am considering relocating as I am living in Birmingham Al where unemployment is the highest as is the cost of living.

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