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Resume Writing and Career Marketing
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By Michelle Dumas
Differentiate yourself during a job search using these careermarketing tips and strategies for the seasoned worker.
Read Michelle's ColumnLinkedIn Optimization for Job Seekers and Solopreneurs
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By Maggie Graham
Get the most out of LinkedIn's features whether you're looking for a job or setting up your business.
Read Maggie's ColumnThe Art of Job Transition
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By Kit Harrington Hayes
Explore the most effective process and structure to follow when executing a job change or career transition.
Read Kit's ColumnThink Like an Employer
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By Lorraine Rise M.S., CPRW
Consider how and why to apply an "employer-focused" mindset to nearly every aspect of your job search.
Read Lorraine's ColumnPersonal Finance Approaching Retirement
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By Chuck Yanikoski
Explore the questions to be asking, and resources to consult, as you plan for your retirement.
Read Chuck's ColumnThe Essentials of Medicare
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By Danielle K. Roberts
Approaching age 65 and have questions about Medicare? Or caring for a parent? Explore the issues.
Read Danielle's ColumnFinding Meaning and Purpose
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By Karma Kitaj, PhD
Engage yourself in finding your life's purpose, or calling, the path to fulfillment in your next career step.
Read Karma's ColumnFederal Job Search
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By Diane Hudson Burns
Learn about the Federal application and resume requirements and how to navigate the Federal application process.
Read Diane's ColumnLeveraging Your Military Background to Build Your Civilian Career
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By Don Orlando
As a military veteran, learn how to manage powerful cultural differences to beat your job seeking competition.
Read Don's ColumnBuilding a Better Workforce
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By Mary Lloyd
Optimize your bottom line by including older workers in your company's staffing plans.
Read Mary's ColumnContributors
Exploring Franchising
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By Mike Martuza
Learn about the franchise industry and how to determine whether a business opportunity is right for you.
Read Mike's ColumnHome-Based Business Toolkit
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By Amy Grossman
Consider the opportunities in self-employment and read about helpful tips when making this choice.
Read Amy's ColumnPlaying Hardball - Why Boomers Aren't Getting Jobs
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By Bob Weinstein
Explore the most effective process and structure to follow when executing a job change or career transition.
Read Bob's ColumnSurefire Strategies for Midlife Job Seekers
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By Mary Eileen Williams
Learn how to turn your age into an advantage during a job search so you can be the candidate of choice.
Read Eileen's ColumnStrategies to Build Self Confidence
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By Kathleen Schulweis
Discover, or rediscover, your self-confidence in order to feel a sense of empowerment in your life and in your job search.
Read Kathleen's Column