A larger number of us over 50 are finding ourselves looking for a job when we were sure we would be in our current position until we retired. Job hunting is not something we planned to ever do again. Don’t panic. I gave myself a few days to adjust to my new reality before I began job hunting over 50. You don’t want to be looking for a job, when you are currently feeling any bitterness or irritation, instead of excited and friendly.
If you are qualified to receive it, apply for unemployment as soon as possible so that your benefits come as soon as possible. If you wait a few weeks, that can be a few weeks without pay.
What Comes First
The first thing you will need to do is update your resume, after applying for unemployment. This means not only your recent job history but the format of your resume. AARP members can get a free review of their resume from AARP. I found my review to be overwhelming. I don’t think I was doing anything correctly. They will then help you create a better one, for a fee.
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