Job Search Preparation Checklist for Baby Boomers

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If you’re delaying retirement or thinking of un-retiring, you’re not alone. By March 2022, approximately 1.5 million retirees had reentered the workforce following the pandemic.

However, baby boomer job seekers face a unique set of challenges when looking for new opportunities – particularly, and unfortunately, ageism. According to an iHire survey, 33.6% of workers over 50 believe they’re experienced ageism in their job search, and over half of them said a potential employer chose a candidate younger than them although they were equally or more qualified.

To overcome ageism and prepare for the next phase in your career, download this helpful job search checklist. It walks you through these job search tips for baby boomers and more:

• Preparing to market yourself
• Defining your career goals
• Updating your resume
• Strengthening your online presence
• Identifying gaps in your skill set
• Navigating job boards