Introduction |
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Chapter 1 What Skills and Qualifications Set You Apart? |
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What Is Your Purpose for Working |
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What Are Your Personal Assets? |
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Where Can You Obtain Skills? |
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Tips to Get the Most Out of Education |
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Read Discriminately and Avidly |
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Tips to Improve the Memory |
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Chapter 2 Resumes and Employment Letters |
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Accomplishments Versus Duties |
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50 | (3) |
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Tips for Writing a Cover Letter |
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Chapter 3 Using Technology to Find Employment |
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Researching Companies Online |
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Research Company Websites |
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Research Employment Websites |
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Career Websites for Mature Workers |
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81 | (5) |
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Step Out of Your Comfort Zone |
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Professional and Alumni Associations |
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Chapter 5 Attitude, Energy, and Dressing for Success |
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Display a Positive Attitude |
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Tips for Maintaining a Positive Attitude |
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108 | (2) |
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111 | (3) |
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117 | (3) |
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120 | (7) |
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122 | (2) |
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124 | (3) |
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127 | (2) |
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128 | (1) |
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129 | (9) |
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Chapter 6 Mistakes Job Seekers Over 50 Make |
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Failing to Get Along with Other Generations |
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Getting to Know Different Generations in the Workplace |
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Training and Learning Among Generations |
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Interacting in a Multi-Generational Workplace |
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144 | (2) |
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Unwillingness to Be Innovative |
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Lack of Confidence and Low Self-Esteem |
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Being Unprepared for the Interview |
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Common Interview Questions |
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Interview Tips for 50 and Older Job Seekers |
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Too High Salary Expectations |
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Errors on Employment Documents |
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Unable to Work with Diverse Groups |
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Unable to Make a Connection Between Your Background and What the Employer Needs |
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Adjunct or Full-Time Teacher or Tutor |
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Recreation and Hospitality |
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Party, Event, and Wedding Planning |
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Chapter 8 Create a Success Plan |
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188 | (8) |
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196 | (5) |
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201 | (2) |
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206 | (3) |
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Increase Your Success at Achieving Goals |
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209 | (1) |
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210 | (1) |
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Get the Most Out of Your Job Search |
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Index |
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