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Antonia Calzetti
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10/28/20 at 1:29PM UTC
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Are you over 40 and looking for a career change?

Are you over 40 and looking for a career change? If your age worries you, remember people 10 and 15 years younger also have their excuses. Excuses are always going to be there. What is holding you back and how do you move forward? WHAT ARE YOUR STRONG POINTS? Let go of negativity that seems to guide us and write down your experience. YOU are very experienced and after all these years YOU are very much aware of talents you possess. GO BACK TO SCHOOL Once you decide which qualities you wish to develop, it’s time for the learning process to begin. Look at your options both in person and online. Check out local community colleges (a great source to take extension courses) and online sites (ie: Udemy, Coursera, Skillcrush). Whatever you have in mind, there are opportunities to learn new skills. WHAT DO YOU REALLY WANT? Ask yourself why exactly you feel like changing your current job. Is it just that you have had enough of it, or you need different working conditions? Either way, do not be afraid to demand what you deserve. Never settle. CREATE A GREAT RESUME After all those years at work, your resume definitely has something to show to the world. Admittedly, the job search landscape has changed. Do your homework and create a stunning read because it will take you places. NETWORKING IS EASY Being over 40 has a great advantage when it comes to networking because you have met a lot of people during your career. Therefore, you have quite a long list of contacts you could reach out to for networking. Deciding to change a career at 40 (or over) is a decision worth every praise. With this advice, you should be able to make a swift and successful change.

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Katrina McNair
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10/28/20 at 2:29PM UTC
Hello Antonia, This is wonderful advice for women over 40. It's important to stay current and keep your resume up to date as well. Thank you for sharing! Sincerely, Katrina
Antonia Calzetti
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11/04/20 at 2:03PM UTC
Thank you Katrina!!!
Katrina McNair
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11/04/20 at 2:06PM UTC
You're welcome Antonia.

You're invited.

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