Will Entrepreneurship Be Your Next Mid Life Career Move?
An exciting aspect of mid-life career change is the opportunity to seek new ways to tap one's skills and experience developed over a lifetime. Having counseled scores of people in the midst of transition, I find it so inspiring to meet professionals who have creatively applied a lifetime of work [...]
Evaluating a Franchise Purchase for a Second Career
Owning a franchise can be a great way to break into the world of entrepreneurship. However, franchising isn't for everyone. It's best to review the possible pros and cons of franchising before making any commitments. Potential Advantages Mentorship: Most franchisors offer some managerial coaching to new franchisees. Trusted brand and/or [...]
Job Hunting in the Digital Jungle
Gone are the days when job hunting meant simply opening a newspaper and browsing the classified ads. Today, the digital age has made job searching more complicated. Fortunately, the online jungle of job opportunities and professional advice is easier to navigate when you know a few key strategies. Hone your [...]
Helpful Tips for Women Taking a Career Break
Balancing the commitments of both work and family can be a struggle for many women. As a result, you may have to take a break from your career to stay home and raise a family or care for an elderly parent or relative. Whether you are taking a break for [...]
Starting a Business: Make Sure You Have a Plan!
A Business Plan Is Your Vision of Success What is your business's key to success? Unique products, flawless customer service, nimble operations--or something entirely different? As a business owner, you may instinctively know what makes your organization succeed in today's competitive marketplace. A business plan helps you share that knowledge [...]
Second Careers: Resources for People Returning to College
You've decided to go back to school--congratulations! As it turns out, you're not alone. According to the National Center for Education Statistics, the number of full-time students age 65 and over in degree-granting schools increased 36% between 2007 and 2009, while the number of 50- to 64-year-old full-time students increased [...]