Question

What job-seeking advice would you give to a mature worker who has not looked for a job for 20 years?

Answer 1

After a huge gap of 20 years if a person is interested in getting job then he can take following steps:

• Polish your brand. Nowadays employers search for the candidates online. If you have received a call or still hunting then it is very essential that make a proper Linkedin profile. This will help the hiring team to know what type of job you want.
• Contact your old employer. If you left your past employment on a good note then it will be of great help if you reconnect with your old employer as both you and employer are aware of each others qualities and weakness.
• Polish your skills and acquire online skills. Meanwhile you are searching for job it is very essential to polish and revise your old skills. At the same time you can do some online course in the area of your choice to acquire new skills as this will help you in getting a good job.
• Follow up. If you have applied for job and you have not got a call then keep following up with the HR people through email or phone. Even if you have cleared some rounds then you can email them or call them asking about next round of interview.
• Networking Skills. Refresh your networking skills. Get in touch with your old friends, past colleagues and ask for their help. Attend walk in interviews as this help a great deal in getting good job. Go and visit personally offices of companies and placement consultants as this will show your willingness to get a job.
• Make a proper resume. Make a proper resume with clearly mentioning about the reason for the gap .
• Stay positive and enthusiastic. Be positive and always stay cheerful. Always keep in mind that gap is not a bad and keep saying to yourself that you will get a good job soon and have faith in God.