An on-going weekly series of two people over fifty who just got let go from their jobs. Listen as they share their experiences and learning from their journey as they navigate through this emotional roller coaster.
O.F.F. Over Fifty and Fired UP
In this episode, we wind up Season 3 with a look back on some of our favorite moments. We highlight how to keep positive and thrifty while in transition, why consider franchising, give updates on what’s new in branding and networking and finish off with a few snippets from our series on Landing a New Job with Betsy, Jelena and Prem.
In this episode, we wind up Season 3 with a look back on some of our favorite moments. We highlight how to keep positive and thrifty while in transition, why consider franchising, give updates on what’s new in branding and networking and finish off with a few snippets from our series on Landing a New Job with Betsy, Jelena and Prem.
In this episode, we finalize our series on Landing a New Job by talking with our two guests, Betsy and Prem who have recently started a new job after being in transition about how their priorities changed and what advice they have for our listeners.
In this episode, we finalize our series on Landing a New Job by talking with our two guests, Betsy and Prem who have recently started a new job after being in transition about how their priorities changed and what advice they have for our listeners.
In this episode, we continue our series on landing a new job with our guests, Betsy, Jelena and Prem who share how they adjusted their attitudes and expectations around their jobs and careers.
In this episode, we continue our series on landing a new job with our guests, Betsy, Jelena and Prem who share how they adjusted their attitudes and expectations around their jobs and careers.
In this episode, we begin a three part series on a landing a new job by starting with the success factors that our guests, Prem, Jelena and Betsy shared with us. Amazingly their core success factors were similar.
In this episode, we begin a three part series on a landing a new job by starting with the success factors that our guests, Prem, Jelena and Betsy shared with us. Amazingly their core success factors were similar.
In this episode, we have a discussion with one of our returning guests, Scotty who gave us an update on what is new in the networking world.
In this episode, we revisit branding and give an update on the five branding principles that we introduced in Season 1, Episode 11. We share our recent experiences and those of our listeners around branding and why it's so important to finding that job opportunity.
In this episode, we have a discussion with one of our returning guests, Scotty who gave us an update on what is new in the networking world.
In this episode, we revisit branding and give an update on the five branding principles that we introduced in Season 1, Episode 11. We share our recent experiences and those of our listeners around branding and why it's so important to finding that job opportunity.
In this episode, we focus on the six factors that you should consider in evaluating whether to buy into a franchise. We take you step by step through each factor, providing you with a framework to use to decide should you buy or not once you’ve identified a franchise of interest.
In this episode, we focus on the six factors that you should consider in evaluating whether to buy into a franchise. We take you step by step through each factor, providing you with a framework to use to decide should you buy or not once you’ve identified a franchise of interest.
In this episode, we discuss franchising and explore why it may be another career option. We explore how it can be a great way to start your own business by tapping into someone else' expertise.
In this episode, we discuss franchising and explore why it may be another career option. We explore how it can be a great way to start your own business by tapping into someone else' expertise.
In this episode, we discuss how to harness and deal with the emotions when changing careers. Although many people would like to change their careers, 40% report not knowing what career they’d like to change to and 37% feel they have insufficient qualifications to change according to a 2013 Harris Pole. So changing careers can be a stressful and emotional event, listen in to how we’ve dealt with it and tips to consider.
In this episode, we discuss how to harness and deal with the emotions when changing careers. Although many people would like to change their careers, 40% report not knowing what career they’d like to change to and 37% feel they have insufficient qualifications to change according to a 2013 Harris Pole. So changing careers can be a stressful and emotional event, listen in to how we’ve dealt with it and tips to consider.
In this episode, we cover off on Nine Nifty Notes to to consider when making a career change. Only 14% of US workers think they have the perfect job, and half would like to change their careers which is from 2013 Harris Pole. If you’re one of those people that might think there is a better career out there this episode can get you started.
In this episode, we cover off on Nine Nifty Notes to to consider when making a career change. Only 14% of US workers think they have the perfect job, and half would like to change their careers which is from 2013 Harris Pole. If you’re one of those people that might think there is a better career out there this episode can get you started.
In this episode, we review 10 tips on how to be thrifty. And why is that important? Because it may take you while to find a new position that will provide you with a salary and benefits that reflect your experience. Typically for every 10,000 of salary, its take one month of job searching.
In this episode, we review 10 tips on how to be thrifty. And why is that important? Because it may take you while to find a new position that will provide you with a salary and benefits that reflect your experience. Typically for every 10,000 of salary, its take one month of job searching.
In this episode, learn why we are now FIRED UP and how we are keeping the momentum. Our guest Scotty talked about how to keep that momentum going through networking. It’s all about organizing and socializing.
In this episode, learn why we are now FIRED UP and how we are keeping the momentum. Our guest Scotty talked about how to keep that momentum going through networking. It’s all about organizing and socializing.
In our last episode of Season 2, we take a look back and replay key highlights from this season's episodes, discuss our journey and give a glimpse of what’s coming next in Season 3.
In our last episode of Season 2, we take a look back and replay key highlights from this season's episodes, discuss our journey and give a glimpse of what’s coming next in Season 3.
In this episode, we talk about our experiences of dabbling in consulting over the last year and sum up the series with some principles to consult by.
In this episode, we talk about our experiences of dabbling in consulting over the last year and sum up the series with some principles to consult by.
In this episode, we continued a discussion with one of our favorite One-O.F.F. guests, Suzy who last week talked about turning a passion into an independent consulting opportunity. Suzy boils down what were the key 8 steps that helped her take an opportunity for independent consulting into a completed project and how she set her up for success for the next one.
In this episode, we continued a discussion with one of our favorite One-O.F.F. guests, Suzy who last week talked about turning a passion into an independent consulting opportunity. Suzy boils down what were the key 8 steps that helped her take an opportunity for independent consulting into a completed project and how she set her up for success for the next one.
In this episode we discuss how to leverage a passion to create an independent consulting business. We're lucky to have one of our favorite One-O.F.F. guests, Suzy to talk about her experience in creating this opportunity for herself. Maybe you too have a passion that can turn into career experience!
In this episode we discuss how to leverage a passion to create an independent consulting business. We're lucky to have one of our favorite One-O.F.F. guests, Suzy to talk about her experience in creating this opportunity for herself. Maybe you too have a passion that can turn into career experience!
In this episode, we start our series on consulting. We explore with our guest Joanna, whose been in the consulting business for many years, how you can take your experience and use it to consult, whether you’re a sole proprietor of your own business or working in an established company. We discuss how to establish those all important networks to developing proposals and much more.
In this episode, we start our series on consulting. We explore with our guest Joanna, whose been in the consulting business for many years, how you can take your experience and use it to consult, whether you’re a sole proprietor of your own business or working in an established company. We discuss how to establish those all important networks to developing proposals and much more.
In this episode we explore the topic of entrepreneurship and set the stage for a series on consulting as an alternative to seeking a job in an already established company. We cover 7 considerations as to why you might want to strike out on your own.
In this episode we explore the topic of entrepreneurship and set the stage for a series on consulting as an alternative to seeking a job in an already established company. We cover 7 considerations as to why you might want to strike out on your own.
In this episode, we cover a job topic that is difficult for almost everyone, salary negotiations. We hope to help our listeners not to leave any money on the table. We cover seven tactics from Phil Reeve, an executive recruiter and talk about our own experience for each of these tactics.
In this episode, we cover seven core principles that will keep you focused and on track for success. Remember don’t get discouraged, it’s a journey and use every opportunity as a learning experience.
In this episode, we give our listeners our top ten interview questions that are frequently asked by recruiters, HR, and managers. We even ask each other one of those tough questions. So ask yourself, are you ready for those frequently asked interview questions?
In this episode, we tackle the question, what do I do once the interview is over? We cover six tips on what to consider when doing follow-up communications post your interview. We even give some helpful hints on what to include as content in those “must do” email thank yous.
In the episode, we provide insights for an effective interview performance. We include six tips on how to nail your interview, whether it’s virtual, by phone or in-person. We also cover how to deal with different interviewers that you may encounter, ranging from the recruiter, all the way to senior management.
In this episode, we discuss how to prepare and do your homework before the interviews. Doing your homework, minimizes the potential for surprises and build your confidence. Although it takes time and effort but he pay off is ten-fold. We give an outline to our listeners on what to consider in the preparation phase of interviewing.
Looking for job postings in the newspaper is a thing of the past. Online job boards like Ziprecruiter, Indeed and Glassdoor and sites that facilitate business connections such as Linkedin are the new normal. However, navigating these tools and using them to your advantage can be a daunting task. In this episode, we give some tips on how to navigate the maze more effectively and efficiently.
We welcome back listeners for Season 2 by giving an update of what we did over the summer and give highlights about the upcoming episodes.
In our last episode of Season 1, we take look back on our journey and replay key highlights from our episodes and discuss the progress we’ve made on our journey.
In this episode, finish our series on Networking by getting into the use of recruiters and outplacement services as a way to enhance your network.
In this episode, we continue our session on “Getting Social” through networking meetings with one of our listeners Scott. Scott shares with us the different type of networking meetings, techniques, tips and some notable speakers.
In this episode, we cover, with one of past colleagues Prem, the area of real-time networking with strategic partners and past colleagues. It's all about Getting Social.
In this episode, we cover with one of our listener, the most effective ways to navigate the Linkedin maze. We cover how to build and manage up your connections, 500 being the minimum, the benefits of posting and commenting and the three golden rules.
In this episode, we explore the value of networking and how to get started which for many can be an overwhelming task. We have a ONE-OFF discussion with one of our listeners and past colleague who shares his skills, techniques and lessons learned in building a robust and effective network to successfully seed opportunities and help others along the way.
In this episode, we reached out to our listener network to find out where they are now and talk a bit about where we (Linda and Shelley) are now.
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