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I reinvented my career at 45
Many people have limiting beliefs around reinventing their career after entering the 40s.
But I am proof that this can be done.
I will be the first to admit that I had some gremlins show up for me and they gave me a good beating.
How in the world can I show authority and credibility in a new field?
How can I compete with a younger or more experienced generation?
For sure EVERY client would pick them, right?!
In my Design Your Dream Career program, I address the five stages to reinvent your career and step into a job you love.
And in true confession, these are the steps I took. ?
See what I did there?
We all think there is some science behind getting what we want when in fact all we need to do is look inward.
Lavern MarshallSupply Chain Manager turned UX Designer
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10/23/20 at 3:39PM UTC
Congrats! I'm reinventing at 58 from Supply Chain Management Industry to the UX/UI Design world. I'm actively looking for an opportunity however it's been challenging since most companies now have the HR application tracker software that looks for keywords/buzzwords on your resume.
Jen SlagleCareer + Leadership Coach
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10/27/20 at 2:07PM UTC
Yes that can become a tricky spot to get through. Are you doing any social networking with those idea companies hiring managers? LinkedIn is a great platform to do just that!
After you apply at a company, seek out the HR professionals on LinkedIn and connect with them. Send a message to them or see if you have any mutual connections that might work there. Be assertive!
Also, have you had a professional review your resume to ensure you have the right keywords?
Karen Wagner
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10/27/20 at 7:01PM UTC
Not lately, since it is targeting the same job as I have. Maybe in a different area or company would help me, but I think I want out of the company area I have been in for the last 30 yrs. I need to find a target job and then start building a resume for that job, like the seminar said today, we need to do a gap assessment and find the classes to take to bridge those gaps and then put your resume together. If you are offering to take a look see, give me a few weeks.
Jen SlagleCareer + Leadership Coach
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10/28/20 at 1:16PM UTC
Feel free to stay in touch Lavern - happy to help in any way I can.
Laura SilvermanConnecting people to the world's greatest brands
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10/22/20 at 1:56PM UTC
Congrats! I think, especially now, people are looking to reinvent themselves or "pivot". I'm finding that true for myself and it's encouraging/inspiring to hear that you successfully did that!
Jen SlagleCareer + Leadership Coach
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10/22/20 at 3:53PM UTC
Thank Laura - I live by the motto we can always begin again!
Karen Wagner
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10/21/20 at 12:41PM UTC
Try finding a job at 63, most people will just laugh at you behind your resume. How do you show on your resume that you are not in the later years of your career. I started in my career in my 30's, not 20's like most of my peers. However, I do not feel like I am finished but most people think I should be. I enjoy my work, but would like to find something more fun to do. Reinventing yourself at 60 is indeed more challenging.
Cecile FavreauPopulation Health and Privacy
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10/24/20 at 1:44PM UTC
Hi Karen! Boy does your post resonate with me! I too am trying to figure out what to do with my career--it's been a few rough years and I need to find something that will bring me joy. I am by no means FINISHED and every time I read another article that says ageism is real (which I believe) it just makes me sadder. In this day and age where people don't stay in jobs for years, what is the big deal in hiring someone who is older??? Or is it the fact that our experience may command a higher price tag??? Or are they afraid with age comes increased healthcare cost that will drive up their premiums??? So many possibilities!
I also find the online application process frustrating and since you can't seem to connect directly with anyone unless they call you, it makes it hard to have a conversation with someone to explain where you are and what you are looking for in your next step.
But we will forge onward since that is what we were trained to do! My motto: "everything happens for a reason"---keep reminding myself of that every day.
Jen SlagleCareer + Leadership Coach
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10/27/20 at 2:15PM UTC
It may take some time to get noticed and heard for what you want to do but do not give up!
Put it out into the universe and see what gets sent back. Energy speaks louder than words!
Our state of mind can completely block us from moving forward. Be open and always looking for opportunities in life. :)
Jen SlagleCareer + Leadership Coach
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10/21/20 at 8:44PM UTC
I am sure it is a little challenging Karen. I would suggest connecting and talking to whomever is doing the hiring. Relying on them seeing your resume and knowing that might be tough. If you can connect to them and share that story I guarantee it would make a difference!
Karen Wagner
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10/26/20 at 3PM UTC
Jen, thank you, however, I do not want a position with my company, I have been in this field for 30+ years and would like to try something totally different. But at 63, I doubt if I would even procure an interview. And how do you reinvent your resume to be what you would like to do, not an easy task when you have been aligned with the same line of work for that timeframe.
Jen SlagleCareer + Leadership Coach
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10/27/20 at 2:10PM UTC
First you have to believe in yourself Karen that you can do this and want to do this! Are you clear on what you want to do - how you want to reinvent yourself and show up in this new space?
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