Why Employers Don't Want To Hire Older Job Seekers (And What You Can Do About It)

Why Employers Don't Want To Hire Older Job Seekers (And What You Can Do About It) Ageism is a real thing in today's job market, and people who are looking for jobs over the age of 50 have a tough time finding new employment. In this video, I explain why employers don't like hiring people in their...

Intermediate - 13 min - Money & Business - A Life After Layoff

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What you'll need

• Laptop stand: Screen at eye level for long study sessions.
• Noise-cancelling headphones: Focus through long video lessons.
• Second monitor: Video on one screen, practice on the other.
• Wireless keyboard and mouse: Comfortable for hours of typing.

Books

1. What Color Is Your Parachute? by Richard N. Bolles - View on Amazon
2. Knock 'em Dead by Martin Yate - View on Amazon
3. Never Split the Difference by Chris Voss - View on Amazon
4. Designing Your Life by Bill Burnett - View on Amazon

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• 5 MUST-KNOW LinkedIn Profile Tips for Job Seekers! (8 min, Jeff Su, Intermediate)
• 6 Absolutely Cringeworthy Job Postings - Signs of a Low Quality Employer (21 min, A Life After Layoff, Intermediate)
• Remove These From Your Resume! - Tips On How To Write An Effective Resume (14 min, A Life After Layoff, Intermediate)
• Signs You Are A Red Flag Job Candidate (13 min, A Life After Layoff, Intermediate)