About Careers for Boomers and 50 Plus

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GenPlus's profile

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Issues, challenges, recommendations and solutions for Boomers and 50 plussers who want and/or need to continue working. Looking for work? Have a career dilemma? Trouble getting back into the job market? Dealing with ageism? Trying to start a business? This group is for you. Moderated by Janet Wendy Spiegel, veteran blogger. (Visit Gen Plus at www.genplususa.com)

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Discussions are welcome, but please, no hard pushes for MLM programs. Spammy types of messages,... more

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GenPlus's profile

What a month!

It's been a rough year so far -- with the economy continuing to fall, more foreclosures on the horizon and layoffs still coming fast and furious. My apologies -- I've not been as active over the pa... | posted by GenPlus
10 replies - last reply: "VIetnam is a beautiful place to... more" ~ fallleaves
skywatcher1973's profile

Special

Come check out my Marketplace post view link | posted by skywatcher1973
ct50's profile

Rambling is for Weeds

"Rambling is for Weeds" is the topic of conversation on a BlitzTime call I want to invite you to join me on. In this Blitz "event", you'll get tips on following up that will bring in 80% MORE sale... | posted by ct50
MicheleO's profile

Wall Street Journal article on postponed promotion

Hello, The Wall Street Journal is looking for people to contribute to the article referenced below. Please let me know if you are interested. Article Topic: Employees that have experienced a pos... | posted by MicheleO
citygal226's profile

Too good to be true?

Compelling ad. Anyone heard of this place? view link | posted by citygal226
1 reply - last reply: "Well the ad went down to 1 job while... more" ~ playsnmud
matthelm's profile

Income for Boomers

Contact REAL to REEL to use your Home or business for Movies & TV shooting. Yes they rent out your home or biz for Income. Some shoots are a day, some longer. See Real to Reel.com Nationwide. ... | posted by matthelm
LisaRod's profile

Age discrimination

Do you think age discrimination still exists for older workers? | posted by LisaRod
44 replies - last reply: "Reggie002, Thank You! I've been in... more" ~ citygal226
nightlady77's profile

Experience vs Education

I've heard of college in recent years that will give you credit for some courses, without actually taking them, based on your life experiences. My older son and I went to a job fair yesterday, and ... | posted by nightlady77
5 replies - last reply: "Degrees are a funny thing, it seems... more" ~ CelticAutumn
ct50's profile

BlitzTime

I've spoken to a few of you about BlitzTime, but wanted to make sure I share it with everyone because it's the most productive form of networking I've ever done. BlitzTime is unique because you h... | posted by ct50
TheRecruiter's profile

JOBS / US / MA / CAMBRIDGE / DoD / TS CLEARANCE

Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems - Adaptive Optics Associates 10 Wilson Road, Cambridge, MA 02138-1128 121 Prestige Park Circle, Hartford, CT 06108-1924 CONTACT: David.Steinbach@ngc.com APPLY O... | posted by TheRecruiter