Happy new year. I know, my blogging is way too erratic. My first resolution for 2008 is -- to continue working with my colleagues here at Jobs4.0 to identify prominent employers that actually want to hire job seekers over 40. That won't help my blogging, but it will allow Jobs4.0 to become a more and more valuable resource for older job seekers.
We're happy to announce that GE Healthcare has made a commitment to reaching out to our community of job seekers over 40. They are adding jobs to our site nearly every day, all over the US. Thank you GE!!
Know anyone who might be interested in any GE job (or any other job)on Jobs4.0? Please pass it along to them. We need your support to continue to grow.
We've also added jobs from other great employers - Yale New Haven Hospital, Covidien, Ashton, New York Life, Southeast Federal Credit Union and so many more.. Please check with us regularly, we have lots of great jobs coming on to the site now. So check them out, revise your resume so it is tailored to the job you seek, and get that job you want in 2008.
And I'll try to do a better job at blogging!
steven
Jobs4.0 (www.jobs4point0.com)
Tuesday, January 8, 2008
Tuesday, December 18, 2007
Jobs4.0 Update/Gifts for the Holidays
[From our latest newsletter]
Here's a quick update on what we've been up to at Jobs4.0 these past few weeks. If you haven't visited our site lately, please do so (www.jobs4point0.com)! We've added many jobs lately, and in early 2008 we will be adding at least three superb new major employers to our site. We've been talking to them for months about how job seekers over 40 can be a tremendous asset, and to their great credit, they have each seen the light! More on them soon.
We expect many other employers to be adding jobs to our site in 2008. And every job will be real (not scraped from other sites) and will be from an employer that values experience and job seekers over 40. Thanks for your continued support - our goal is to deliver meaningful job opportunities to every user of our site.
Jobs4.0 Update
1. Survey
Last week we launched the first-ever survey regarding the hiring of job seekers over 40 at major employers all over the US. Many of you have emailed us over the past year asking for this information, and we are making a big effort to gather it now. We're also very pleased that one of the leading survey centers in the US, the Cannon Survey Center at UNLV, has donated their time to draft the survey and to analyze the responses. We'll be announcing the Best Employers in the US for Job Seekers Over 40 in February 2008. We expect that you will find this information useful in your job search.
Do you want your employer to participate? Have them request a survey from us at survey@jobs4point0.com Thanks.
2. Newspaper column
Thanks to all of you who have sent in comments and questions regarding my newspaper column called 'Ask Jobs4.0'. The column answers readers questions about job search for the older job seeker. Right now it appears in 5 CT papers, and we believe more will be carrying it shortly. If you'd like to receive a copy of my last column, just email me and we'd be happy to get that to you. Also, if you'd like your regional paper to carry it, please let us know that as well, thanks.
Have any questions, or comments about ageism in the hiring process? Please send them to me at questions@jobs4point0.com
3. Trial Referral Program
For the holidays, and as a thank you for your great support this year, we thought we'd try something new. If you refer anyone to Jobs4.0 and they get a job from a listing on our site, we'll pay you a referral fee of $250. All we need is an email from the employer confirming that they hired the Jobs4.0 candidate. Once we confirm the hire and the referral, you get paid! It will help you pay a few holiday bills, and you'll be making a friend very happy as well! We'll keep the offer open until March 31, 2008.
And good luck with the last minute shopping! Maybe you can give a friend a great looking job description from Jobs4.0 for the holidays. The perfect gift for the over 40 person on your list who has everything (except a job they like)!
Steven
Here's a quick update on what we've been up to at Jobs4.0 these past few weeks. If you haven't visited our site lately, please do so (www.jobs4point0.com)! We've added many jobs lately, and in early 2008 we will be adding at least three superb new major employers to our site. We've been talking to them for months about how job seekers over 40 can be a tremendous asset, and to their great credit, they have each seen the light! More on them soon.
We expect many other employers to be adding jobs to our site in 2008. And every job will be real (not scraped from other sites) and will be from an employer that values experience and job seekers over 40. Thanks for your continued support - our goal is to deliver meaningful job opportunities to every user of our site.
Jobs4.0 Update
1. Survey
Last week we launched the first-ever survey regarding the hiring of job seekers over 40 at major employers all over the US. Many of you have emailed us over the past year asking for this information, and we are making a big effort to gather it now. We're also very pleased that one of the leading survey centers in the US, the Cannon Survey Center at UNLV, has donated their time to draft the survey and to analyze the responses. We'll be announcing the Best Employers in the US for Job Seekers Over 40 in February 2008. We expect that you will find this information useful in your job search.
Do you want your employer to participate? Have them request a survey from us at survey@jobs4point0.com Thanks.
2. Newspaper column
Thanks to all of you who have sent in comments and questions regarding my newspaper column called 'Ask Jobs4.0'. The column answers readers questions about job search for the older job seeker. Right now it appears in 5 CT papers, and we believe more will be carrying it shortly. If you'd like to receive a copy of my last column, just email me and we'd be happy to get that to you. Also, if you'd like your regional paper to carry it, please let us know that as well, thanks.
Have any questions, or comments about ageism in the hiring process? Please send them to me at questions@jobs4point0.com
3. Trial Referral Program
For the holidays, and as a thank you for your great support this year, we thought we'd try something new. If you refer anyone to Jobs4.0 and they get a job from a listing on our site, we'll pay you a referral fee of $250. All we need is an email from the employer confirming that they hired the Jobs4.0 candidate. Once we confirm the hire and the referral, you get paid! It will help you pay a few holiday bills, and you'll be making a friend very happy as well! We'll keep the offer open until March 31, 2008.
And good luck with the last minute shopping! Maybe you can give a friend a great looking job description from Jobs4.0 for the holidays. The perfect gift for the over 40 person on your list who has everything (except a job they like)!
Steven
Tuesday, December 4, 2007
This Should be Good
Jobs4.0 has announced today the launching of a survey to determine the best employers in the US for job seekers over 40. I am thrilled that UNLV's Cannon Survey Center, one of the leading survey centers in the US, has agreed to volunteer their time and expertise to draft the survey and tabulate the results. We plan on announcing the results in February 2008.
Yahoo Finance published our press release today
http://biz.yahoo.com/bw/071204/20071204005159.html?.v=1
Do you think your employer would like to participate? Please let them know about it.
This should be a really interesting survey, which will hopefully make employers think about their hiring policies toward older workers.
Best,
steven
Yahoo Finance published our press release today
http://biz.yahoo.com/bw/071204/20071204005159.html?.v=1
Do you think your employer would like to participate? Please let them know about it.
This should be a really interesting survey, which will hopefully make employers think about their hiring policies toward older workers.
Best,
steven
Friday, November 2, 2007
My Favorite Holiday, Now More than Ever
Talk about great timing... just after Halloween, Hershey's was not only all over my house, but it's also now all over our website. Hershey's is making a strong commitment to reaching out to job seekers over 40; they've just posted jobs all over the US on our site.
Take a look, and remember -- even if you feel like the job is not a perfect match right now-- if the company is a great company to work for, maybe it's worth pursuing. Great companies tend to promote quickly from within, and if you are doing a good job it may be easier to get promoted than it would be to sit on the sidelines, waiting for that perfect job to come your way. And Hershey's is just one of many top employers on our site..take a look.
Best,
Steven
Take a look, and remember -- even if you feel like the job is not a perfect match right now-- if the company is a great company to work for, maybe it's worth pursuing. Great companies tend to promote quickly from within, and if you are doing a good job it may be easier to get promoted than it would be to sit on the sidelines, waiting for that perfect job to come your way. And Hershey's is just one of many top employers on our site..take a look.
Best,
Steven
Monday, October 29, 2007
Here's an interesting article about one direction some older workers are taking to land a job ... back to college. Take a look at this US News & World Report story:
http://www.usnews.com/articles/business/retirement/2007/10/26/heading-back-to-college.html
Also in US News & World Report this week (the Nov 5 issue) there is a good article with advice on how older workers can find jobs.. Jobs4.0 and yours truly are quoted..
And while we're on the subject of US News, thanks to them for listing us on their website -- www.usnews.com -- as one of the recommended sites for older workers. US News & World Report joins AARP.com and a host of other leading authorities that recommend Jobs4.0.
Best,
Steven
http://www.usnews.com/articles/business/retirement/2007/10/26/heading-back-to-college.html
Also in US News & World Report this week (the Nov 5 issue) there is a good article with advice on how older workers can find jobs.. Jobs4.0 and yours truly are quoted..
And while we're on the subject of US News, thanks to them for listing us on their website -- www.usnews.com -- as one of the recommended sites for older workers. US News & World Report joins AARP.com and a host of other leading authorities that recommend Jobs4.0.
Best,
Steven
Tuesday, October 9, 2007
A Real Spark Plug
I love seeing articles like this one that appears today in the Bismark (N.D.) Tribune - about an 86 year old mechanic still working 40 hours a week.It's a little far for me to travel for an oil change, but it would be nice to have someone like him where I live.
http://www.bismarcktribune.com/articles/2007/10/08/news/local/140581.txt
Articles like these should make HR managers rethink their attitudes about youngsters in their 40s, 50s and 60s....
Best,
Steven
http://www.bismarcktribune.com/articles/2007/10/08/news/local/140581.txt
Articles like these should make HR managers rethink their attitudes about youngsters in their 40s, 50s and 60s....
Best,
Steven
Thursday, October 4, 2007
Colorado Rocky
Here's an article that just appeared in a Colorado newspaper about the aging workforce http://www.gazette.com/articles/work_27980___article.html/aging_business.html ..... it's pretty standard in that it sounds all the alarms about a shortage of younger workers on the horizon, and a failure or many employers to even notice the problem. So far so good. But as usual, the article preaches retaining older workers as the only remedy.. of course it's not. Employers need to consider attracting new job seekers who are not college graduates.. half the labor pool will soon be over 40, and employers can not continue to pretend that job seekers between 40 -60 don't exist. They not only exist, but many have the skills, maturity and energy to be valuable employees.... as we know!
best,
steven
best,
steven
New postings, Survey responses, and more
Sorry for not blogging more often, we've been extremely busy at Jobs4.0.. here's our most recent newsletter, which went out today to all of our users...
Our one year anniversary has been a very exciting time at Jobs4.0 (www.jobs4point0.com). Hundreds of employers around the US have now partnered with us, and we are particularly proud to welcome this week the #1 Software company in the world, based in Mountain View, CA, to Jobs4.0!! We certainly have come a long way in one year.
But as you know, finding employers that are willing to judge you on your skills and your experience, and not on how many birthdays you've had, is not easy. It takes time to do this right (we will never just cut and paste jobs from other sites, the way so many other job sites do). So thanks for your patience and your support; together we are building a unique resource for job seekers over 40. Thanks!
And we have lots of momentum now, with many more jobs to come, BUT.....
... we need to make sure that Jobs4.0 users to apply to these jobs! When the employers agree to reach out to us, we need to be able to grab that hand, and make them happy they did so. So whenever you look at jobs on our site, or in this newsletter, please apply to them if they are of interest to you. And forward them to as many friends and colleagues as you can. We need to make sure that good candidates over 40 are applying to these jobs. That leads to more postings, one of which might be the perfect job for you! So please pass this along to as many of your friends and colleagues over 40 as you can, whether or not you think they are looking for a job!
Please forward this Newsletter to your friends and colleagues (5 seems like a reasonable number):
Here's just a small sample of jobs on www.jobs4point0.com. See any jobs that you'd like to apply for? Send us your resume, with the job in the subject line, and we'll send it directly to our contact at the employer!
And as promised last time, we've included some interesting comments we received from our survey last month, which asked 'Are you a better worker now than you were before you turned 40, and why? Take a look - some of the answers might be good things to point out in your cover letters to potential employers!!!!
1. The Leading Software Company in the US - Cafe Hostess (Mountain View, CA)
Job Description: Wide ranging responsibilities, including: facilitate discussions among company employees, handle customer service, prep work, maintaining a clean café and ensuring a wonderful service experience.
Minimum Requirements: Professional service or sales experience; Strong social and service skills;A professional demeanor and enthusiasm; A willingness to work hard as a dependable member of a team; A passion for creating a warm service environment for serving delicious food; The ability to do a great job and work with minimal supervision; Some experience with food service; Be able to work full time.
2. The Leading Software Company in the US (Mountain View, CA)
Experienced Lead Line Cook Needed for Mon-Fri Positions; Experienced Lead Pastry Cook Needed for Mon-Fri Positions
Experienced Vegetarian and Raw Cook Needed
Do you fantasize about having your weekends and holidays off; a job with benefits and vacation pay; a great wage and work environment… and still be producing four star quality food? Then look no more. This job is awesome!
Silicon Valley ’s best and brightest community is searching for an imaginative and inspired Lead Line Cook to come cook for us. Become a member of a unique and exciting culinary team. Work with fresh, seasonal, local and organic produce to create dishes bursting with flavor. Use all natural meats, cage free eggs, hormone free dairy and all of the finest ingredients. Work with talented chefs and serve savvy customers.
You must have:
Experience writing menus, placing orders and training cooks
3 or more years professional restaurant or catering kitchen experience
A professional demeanor and leadership skills
A willingness to work hard as a member of a team
A passion for creating imaginative and delicious food
Culinary school diploma or equivalent experience
Definite pluses:
Prior Lead line or sous chef experience
Experience producing vegetarian and vegan dishes
Interest is sustainable food movement
Creative genius
Experience in high volume production or corporate dining
You will need to be able to execute and help write menus that change daily. You will need to develop and research recipes. You will need to create prep list, order product and train your team.
Work Monday through Friday
Vacation, Sick and Holiday Pay
401K and More
Free on site gym facility
Create fantastic food and be a member of a ground breaking team
You will be able to express your creative cooking style every day and receive the support of an amazing team. If interested, please submit your resume today!
3. Vanguard - Client Relationship Associate (Charlotte, NC ; Philadelphia, PA; Scottsdale, AZ)
If you're looking for a new job opportunity or to re-enter the workforce, here's your chance to join a top employer committed to your professional growth.
Apply for a Client Relationship Associate position at Vanguard, one of the largest and most respected investment management companies in the world. In this rewarding, front-line position, you'll gain a strong knowledge of financial services and help clients reach their financial goals.
You will discuss clients' objectives, respond to their inquiries about investment options, provide account information, and assist with transactions. We're looking for people with solid work experience, a professional manner and strong relationship skills, because our associates are often the first point of contact for new and existing clients.
Prior experience in the financial industry is not required, but you should have a strong interest in the financial markets and investment-related products and services. You'll undergo an in-depth training program at our award-winning, on-site training facility, Vanguard University, and study for the Series 6 and 63 licensing exams. Once you pass the exams and complete your training, you'll join a team of phone associates in a structured call center where you'll spend roughly 95% of your day fielding 40-60 client calls. As you gain experience and expand your knowledge of Vanguard products and services, you can explore other exciting opportunities within the company.
From day one you will receive a competitive salary and complete benefits, including health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage. You also are eligible for our generous retirement savings plan and paid time off. At every step you'll receive the tools and support you need to provide the highest quality service, and be recognized and rewarded for excellent performance. So if you're ready for a new opportunity that offers paid training, a supportive work environment, and a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, apply today.
Position Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
- Ability to obtain NASD Series 6 and 63 licenses.
- Proven customer service experience.
- Excellent communication and time-management skills.
- Proven decision-making and problem-solving skills.
- Strong client focus, attention to detail, and commitment to quality.
- Ability to work well independently and as part of a team.
- Interest in financial markets and retirement planning.
- Proficiency with PCs.
Vanguard, one of the world's largest investment management companies, offers a comprehensive total rewards package of compensation, benefits, work-life programs, and conveniences. Employment is contingent upon a successful drug screen and background check, and we maintain a smoke-free work environment. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace.
4. American Institute of Consumer Studies - Field Interviewers (Phoenix, AZ ; Hartford, CT; Delaware; Minneapolis, MN; Albany, NY; Pittsburgh, PA; Providence, RI; Houston, TX; Stl Lake City, UT; Seattle, WA)
Field Interviewers - Your personality can take you places.
You've always enjoyed talking to people. You're friendly, outgoing, and naturally curious. Well, we have the perfect career opportunity for you! We are the American Institute of Consumer Studies (AICS), a consumer research organization, and for more than 25 years, our Field Interviewers have been interviewing people in households across the country. The results of these interviews help make companies more responsive to consumer needs.
If you're uncomfortable in social situations, this probably isn't for you. You have to really enjoy meeting new people. Throw in a strong sense of adventure and you're ready for take the first step!
We are currently seeking:
Field Interviewers
We'll pay your travel expenses.
Receive comprehensive paid training that will help you get your foot in the door to get the surveys. We'll fly you in—and the classes are small! Training is done in stages, and you'll have the opportunity to "shadow" a more experienced Field Interviewer to learn hands-on.
Once you're ready to go in the field, you can make your own schedule (let's say - work three weeks out of the month, and have one week off).
We pay you an hourly rate plus a commission for each completed survey! So how much you earn is up to you.
People who are self-motivated, entrepreneurial and, of course, friendly can thrive here!
Call us at 1-800-298-9837 and speak to one of our recruiters. They can answer all your questions.
5. New York Life Insurance Company - Manager - Tax Accounting (New York, NY)
Quarterly and annual calculation of tax accruals for GAAP financial statements and effective tax rate reconciliations on a quarterly and annual basis
Calculation of quarterly and annual Statutory tax accruals and preparation of Statutory tax footnote in accordance with SSAP 10
Assist in the preparation of the federal consolidated tax return
Calculation and maintenance of tax basis balance sheets as required under FAS 109
Provide backup support for statutory current tax calculation and capital gains tax calculation
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QUALIFICATIONS:
Four year college degree in accounting
Tax accounting or 5 years plus Insurance accounting experience
Strong excel skills a must
Systems experience (SAP) and associated report-writing a plus
Ability to work and research independently
Ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment to meet accounting and tax deadlines
6. Allstate Insurance Company - Exclusive Agent (positions available in PA, VT, NH, CT, ME, RI)
We're looking for a select group of entrepreneurs and high achievers who want to run their own insurance agency as an independent contractor.
As an Allstate Exclusive Agent, you will have the freedom to run your own insurance agency, plan your agency’s future, and be rewarded for managing a high performance business. You’re on your own, but you’re not alone. For our Exclusive Agencies, Allstate provides you with support that is among the best in the industry and includes:
•Comprehensive education program
•Local sales support and your own market business consultant
•Advanced computer technology
•Solid reputation and high name brand recognition
•Large product portfolio including auto, homeowner, life, financial services, and commercial insurance
The financial rewards of becoming an Allstate Exclusive Agent include:
•Economic interest in the business your agency writes
•High income potential
•Competitive compensation structure
•Attractive bonus opportunities
Qualifications: At least 3 years experience in insurance sales, insurance sales management, financial services -OR- entrepreneurs with a minimum of five years experience in sales, management or a solid business background. Sufficient capital is needed to start your own agency or to purchase an existing Allstate agency.
Candidate must have Property and Casualty and Life, Accident, and Health insurance license prior to assuming agent position. "Pass" score on company administered Agent Selection Questionnaire is required. A four-year college degree is preferred. For more information on Allstate's Exclusive Agency Program: Please - call Terry toll free at (800)733 -7010 ext. 3395.
7. Phase Research - Accounting Specialist (Orange County, CA)
We are looking for someone who wants to make a career in accounting as this position has growth potential for the right candidate. 3+ years A/R experience required, at least 1 yr exposure/experience in any or all A/P, P/R, GL, JE required.
Manufacturing background preferred. While a degree is not required some College Accounting Classes are required. Good phone, oral and written communication and interaction skills with employees and customers a must. The ideal candidate will enjoy the challenge of a fast paced, multi-task environment, where there will be plenty of opportnity for growth.
Duties include but are not limited to:
· Process Daily Packing Slips, Process Deposits, Process Credits, Process Invoices for A/R & A/P, Data Entry, Statements, Create New Customers, Collection Letters & Calls, Phone backup, Weekly check run, Bank rec Payroll
This position will include cross training, overlap and/or backup with other positions within the company This position is the entry level growth path to become the Senior Accounting Specialist for the company. Hours 8 – 4:30, M-F.
8. INSTITUTE OF INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION - Grants Manager (New York, NY)
The Institute of International Education (IIE) is a world leader in the international exchange of people and ideas. IIE designs and implements fellowship, training, and technical assistance programs for sponsors that include government agencies, corporations, foundations, universities, and international organizations. IIE also provides educational and information services to the public and academic community.
Principal Responsibilities
1. Provide grant oversight for the Global Travel and Learning Fund ( GTLF ) funded by The Ford Foundation and administered by the Institute of International Education, which enables individuals from all over the world to travel internationally to conferences, seminars, and short courses. Primary responsibilities include preparing grants and contracts, conducting due diligence, monitoring grant/contract progress and payment; setting up and maintaining electronic and hard copy filing systems. Periodic sponsor contact (with Ford Foundation offices worldwide.)
2. Handle the logistics of travel for consultants and grantees for a number of Ford Foundation offices in the U.S. and around the world. Responsibilities include fiscal oversight of funding allocation for each office; handling all travel and programming requests.
3. Maintain program systems and procedures related to grants, working with Accounting and the Information Technology Department to improve data management and streamline procedures.
4. Manage other Foundation grant programs for meetings throughout the year; prepare proposals , handle grant set-up at IIE; create and manage databases.
5. Contribute to Scholarship and Training Program Division program development and outreach efforts, especially those which involve foundations or which involve incumbent’s geographic and/or field of study expertise.
Qualifications: Education/Experience/Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree plus 3 or more years of substantive administrative experience.
-- Program budgeting skills are necessary.
-- Strong analytical skills are required, as are excellent interpersonal/cross-cultural skills and ability to work effectively at all levels inside and outside organization.
-- Excellent organizational ability necessary; ability to multi-task and prioritize workload.
-- Initiative, mature judgment, and ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
-- Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Access database functions.
-- Ability to work as a member of a team.
9. Alexion Pharmaceuticals - Manager, Analytics and Data Management
Reporting to the Director of Marketing and Sales Operations, this position is responsible for analyzing various data feeds for the US Commercial Operations department at Alexion Pharmaceuticals. The successful candidate would consistently lead efforts to:
Identify, analyze, and reconcile conflicting or ambiguous information in CRM and other data sets;
Analyze and reconcile conflicting information from other data sources such as IMS, Verispan, or NDC prior to presenting to appropriate audiences in management, sales, operations, etc.
Work with business stakeholders to develop standardized reports as well as ad hoc reports from which business decisions can be made.
Prepare weekly, monthly and quarterly reports to internal and external customers. Including sales, marketing and senior management
Analyze sales and related data using BI tools and develop reports that will be presented to management.
Support data-load processes regarding input of new contact/lead management data into CRM. Develop and adhere to QA process for these data loads.
Support sales incentive plans by providing data for plan development and quarterly incentive calculations.
Act as liaison to other business groups within US Commercial Operations. Document CRM change requests and reporting requirements.
Skill Requirements:
Ability to critically evaluate data gathered from multiple sources and reconcile data conflicts as needed
Ability to communicate effectively (verbal, written, presentations) to both technical and non-technical audiences
Ability to create easy-to-understand CRM-training materials for non-technical audiences
Operational expertise with Excel, Access, PowerPoint, CRM, and BI tools
Education Requirement:
BA/BS in Business or Information Systems
Experience(s) Preferred (strongest preference for Pharma/Biotech experience):
Database-management
Cross-functional data standardization
Knowledge of sales and marketing practices within Pharma/Biotech industry
Knowledge of best practices around primary- and secondary-data management within Pharma/Biotech industry
10. Alexion Pharmaceuticals - Product Manager (Central CT)
We are looking for a Product Manager, U.S. Marketing for our Cheshire, CT office. The candidate will be responsible for supporting marketing activities during and post- launch of a novel orphan therapy to the hematologists and oncologists. The candidate will report to the Directors of Marketing.
Skill set: Along with his/her management, plays a key role in developing strategies and tactics, with a focus on solid implementation of tactics through a combination of individual and team efforts. This person must possess a strong ability to manage multiple projects across functional areas, and work independently when appropriate, in teams and as a sub-team lead. The candidate must have pharmaceutical industry experience and a good in-depth knowledge of marketing principles and marketing experience within the pharmaceutical industry.
Knowledge: In-depth knowledge in key principles of brand management and marketing, professional promotion and the sales process. The candidate should have experience in managing external brand agencies and vendors on a day-to-day basis and managing promotional budgets. Prior involvement in championing materials through the medical, regulatory and legal promotional review process, in developing or executing web-based programs and exposure/involvement in brand-related market research activities is also needed to be successful in this role.
Experience: For consideration, we require that the successful candidate hasat least 3-5 years of pharmaceuticals marketing or equivalent in strategic marketing activities. Experience launching or working with a newly launched product or clinical/scientific experience is highly desirable. Experience is Marketing or Sales orphan drugs preferred.
Other Requirements:
Bachelor's degree required, MBA preferred.
Strong knowledge of MS Office: Word, PowerPoint, Excel
Experience in working on multi-functional teams.
Strong organization, planning and prioritization skills.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
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Survey Results
A few months ago we asked our users if they felt that they were a better worker now than before they turned 40. Over 95% said yes, which is not surprising perhaps. But what was very interesting were the comments about why you are better, including:
- "Yes, I'm definitely a better worker than I was at 40. It would be too simplistic to say that this is because of experience. Of course experience is key but it is how you take advantage of that experience that makes the difference. We should never stop learning, including the lessons learned from making mistakes and suffering disappointments." From Dan.
-" Hello, I am a better worker at 40 plus,years because I have no children in my house I am responsible for. My time is my own. My hours are flexible. I am more relaxed and not distracted with carpool, grades, health of the kids, and I am much more at ease with my reason for wanting to go back to work. It's not about getting a house, we have a house..but contributing to a retirement plan and easing up the finances for my husband who has always worked 50-60 hour work weeks. I want to be with people who are positive and packing something into the stream of life." From Kathryn
-: " By 40 hopefully you have found the job that you like and enjoy doing. At 40 you have gained experience in terms of people skills and perhaps various technical skills. By then you have a sense of confidence in the work you are performing. " From Bob
- "I am much more settled and responsible than earlier years. I care more about the work I am doing and how it fits into the bigger picture and I am much more tolerant of corporate politics than I was. It rolls off of me easier than it used to." From Melanie
- " I am a much better worker than before I was 40: 1) learned from mistakes 2) more confident 3) learned from my successes." From Chuck
- " Yes, I am a better worker now that when I was under 40. I have more experience in good and bad business situations, I can read people better, I am less prone to react because I plan better, my time management skills are, well, extraordinary and I tend to look at the broader picture when making decisions." From Mell
How right you all are... and thanks to the hundreds of other Jobs4.0 Users who took the time to write. We'll have another survey next time.
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Our one year anniversary has been a very exciting time at Jobs4.0 (www.jobs4point0.com). Hundreds of employers around the US have now partnered with us, and we are particularly proud to welcome this week the #1 Software company in the world, based in Mountain View, CA, to Jobs4.0!! We certainly have come a long way in one year.
But as you know, finding employers that are willing to judge you on your skills and your experience, and not on how many birthdays you've had, is not easy. It takes time to do this right (we will never just cut and paste jobs from other sites, the way so many other job sites do). So thanks for your patience and your support; together we are building a unique resource for job seekers over 40. Thanks!
And we have lots of momentum now, with many more jobs to come, BUT.....
... we need to make sure that Jobs4.0 users to apply to these jobs! When the employers agree to reach out to us, we need to be able to grab that hand, and make them happy they did so. So whenever you look at jobs on our site, or in this newsletter, please apply to them if they are of interest to you. And forward them to as many friends and colleagues as you can. We need to make sure that good candidates over 40 are applying to these jobs. That leads to more postings, one of which might be the perfect job for you! So please pass this along to as many of your friends and colleagues over 40 as you can, whether or not you think they are looking for a job!
Please forward this Newsletter to your friends and colleagues (5 seems like a reasonable number):
Here's just a small sample of jobs on www.jobs4point0.com. See any jobs that you'd like to apply for? Send us your resume, with the job in the subject line, and we'll send it directly to our contact at the employer!
And as promised last time, we've included some interesting comments we received from our survey last month, which asked 'Are you a better worker now than you were before you turned 40, and why? Take a look - some of the answers might be good things to point out in your cover letters to potential employers!!!!
1. The Leading Software Company in the US - Cafe Hostess (Mountain View, CA)
Job Description: Wide ranging responsibilities, including: facilitate discussions among company employees, handle customer service, prep work, maintaining a clean café and ensuring a wonderful service experience.
Minimum Requirements: Professional service or sales experience; Strong social and service skills;A professional demeanor and enthusiasm; A willingness to work hard as a dependable member of a team; A passion for creating a warm service environment for serving delicious food; The ability to do a great job and work with minimal supervision; Some experience with food service; Be able to work full time.
2. The Leading Software Company in the US (Mountain View, CA)
Experienced Lead Line Cook Needed for Mon-Fri Positions; Experienced Lead Pastry Cook Needed for Mon-Fri Positions
Experienced Vegetarian and Raw Cook Needed
Do you fantasize about having your weekends and holidays off; a job with benefits and vacation pay; a great wage and work environment… and still be producing four star quality food? Then look no more. This job is awesome!
Silicon Valley ’s best and brightest community is searching for an imaginative and inspired Lead Line Cook to come cook for us. Become a member of a unique and exciting culinary team. Work with fresh, seasonal, local and organic produce to create dishes bursting with flavor. Use all natural meats, cage free eggs, hormone free dairy and all of the finest ingredients. Work with talented chefs and serve savvy customers.
You must have:
Experience writing menus, placing orders and training cooks
3 or more years professional restaurant or catering kitchen experience
A professional demeanor and leadership skills
A willingness to work hard as a member of a team
A passion for creating imaginative and delicious food
Culinary school diploma or equivalent experience
Definite pluses:
Prior Lead line or sous chef experience
Experience producing vegetarian and vegan dishes
Interest is sustainable food movement
Creative genius
Experience in high volume production or corporate dining
You will need to be able to execute and help write menus that change daily. You will need to develop and research recipes. You will need to create prep list, order product and train your team.
Work Monday through Friday
Vacation, Sick and Holiday Pay
401K and More
Free on site gym facility
Create fantastic food and be a member of a ground breaking team
You will be able to express your creative cooking style every day and receive the support of an amazing team. If interested, please submit your resume today!
3. Vanguard - Client Relationship Associate (Charlotte, NC ; Philadelphia, PA; Scottsdale, AZ)
If you're looking for a new job opportunity or to re-enter the workforce, here's your chance to join a top employer committed to your professional growth.
Apply for a Client Relationship Associate position at Vanguard, one of the largest and most respected investment management companies in the world. In this rewarding, front-line position, you'll gain a strong knowledge of financial services and help clients reach their financial goals.
You will discuss clients' objectives, respond to their inquiries about investment options, provide account information, and assist with transactions. We're looking for people with solid work experience, a professional manner and strong relationship skills, because our associates are often the first point of contact for new and existing clients.
Prior experience in the financial industry is not required, but you should have a strong interest in the financial markets and investment-related products and services. You'll undergo an in-depth training program at our award-winning, on-site training facility, Vanguard University, and study for the Series 6 and 63 licensing exams. Once you pass the exams and complete your training, you'll join a team of phone associates in a structured call center where you'll spend roughly 95% of your day fielding 40-60 client calls. As you gain experience and expand your knowledge of Vanguard products and services, you can explore other exciting opportunities within the company.
From day one you will receive a competitive salary and complete benefits, including health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage. You also are eligible for our generous retirement savings plan and paid time off. At every step you'll receive the tools and support you need to provide the highest quality service, and be recognized and rewarded for excellent performance. So if you're ready for a new opportunity that offers paid training, a supportive work environment, and a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, apply today.
Position Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
- Ability to obtain NASD Series 6 and 63 licenses.
- Proven customer service experience.
- Excellent communication and time-management skills.
- Proven decision-making and problem-solving skills.
- Strong client focus, attention to detail, and commitment to quality.
- Ability to work well independently and as part of a team.
- Interest in financial markets and retirement planning.
- Proficiency with PCs.
Vanguard, one of the world's largest investment management companies, offers a comprehensive total rewards package of compensation, benefits, work-life programs, and conveniences. Employment is contingent upon a successful drug screen and background check, and we maintain a smoke-free work environment. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace.
4. American Institute of Consumer Studies - Field Interviewers (Phoenix, AZ ; Hartford, CT; Delaware; Minneapolis, MN; Albany, NY; Pittsburgh, PA; Providence, RI; Houston, TX; Stl Lake City, UT; Seattle, WA)
Field Interviewers - Your personality can take you places.
You've always enjoyed talking to people. You're friendly, outgoing, and naturally curious. Well, we have the perfect career opportunity for you! We are the American Institute of Consumer Studies (AICS), a consumer research organization, and for more than 25 years, our Field Interviewers have been interviewing people in households across the country. The results of these interviews help make companies more responsive to consumer needs.
If you're uncomfortable in social situations, this probably isn't for you. You have to really enjoy meeting new people. Throw in a strong sense of adventure and you're ready for take the first step!
We are currently seeking:
Field Interviewers
We'll pay your travel expenses.
Receive comprehensive paid training that will help you get your foot in the door to get the surveys. We'll fly you in—and the classes are small! Training is done in stages, and you'll have the opportunity to "shadow" a more experienced Field Interviewer to learn hands-on.
Once you're ready to go in the field, you can make your own schedule (let's say - work three weeks out of the month, and have one week off).
We pay you an hourly rate plus a commission for each completed survey! So how much you earn is up to you.
People who are self-motivated, entrepreneurial and, of course, friendly can thrive here!
Call us at 1-800-298-9837 and speak to one of our recruiters. They can answer all your questions.
5. New York Life Insurance Company - Manager - Tax Accounting (New York, NY)
Quarterly and annual calculation of tax accruals for GAAP financial statements and effective tax rate reconciliations on a quarterly and annual basis
Calculation of quarterly and annual Statutory tax accruals and preparation of Statutory tax footnote in accordance with SSAP 10
Assist in the preparation of the federal consolidated tax return
Calculation and maintenance of tax basis balance sheets as required under FAS 109
Provide backup support for statutory current tax calculation and capital gains tax calculation
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QUALIFICATIONS:
Four year college degree in accounting
Tax accounting or 5 years plus Insurance accounting experience
Strong excel skills a must
Systems experience (SAP) and associated report-writing a plus
Ability to work and research independently
Ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment to meet accounting and tax deadlines
6. Allstate Insurance Company - Exclusive Agent (positions available in PA, VT, NH, CT, ME, RI)
We're looking for a select group of entrepreneurs and high achievers who want to run their own insurance agency as an independent contractor.
As an Allstate Exclusive Agent, you will have the freedom to run your own insurance agency, plan your agency’s future, and be rewarded for managing a high performance business. You’re on your own, but you’re not alone. For our Exclusive Agencies, Allstate provides you with support that is among the best in the industry and includes:
•Comprehensive education program
•Local sales support and your own market business consultant
•Advanced computer technology
•Solid reputation and high name brand recognition
•Large product portfolio including auto, homeowner, life, financial services, and commercial insurance
The financial rewards of becoming an Allstate Exclusive Agent include:
•Economic interest in the business your agency writes
•High income potential
•Competitive compensation structure
•Attractive bonus opportunities
Qualifications: At least 3 years experience in insurance sales, insurance sales management, financial services -OR- entrepreneurs with a minimum of five years experience in sales, management or a solid business background. Sufficient capital is needed to start your own agency or to purchase an existing Allstate agency.
Candidate must have Property and Casualty and Life, Accident, and Health insurance license prior to assuming agent position. "Pass" score on company administered Agent Selection Questionnaire is required. A four-year college degree is preferred. For more information on Allstate's Exclusive Agency Program: Please - call Terry toll free at (800)733 -7010 ext. 3395.
7. Phase Research - Accounting Specialist (Orange County, CA)
We are looking for someone who wants to make a career in accounting as this position has growth potential for the right candidate. 3+ years A/R experience required, at least 1 yr exposure/experience in any or all A/P, P/R, GL, JE required.
Manufacturing background preferred. While a degree is not required some College Accounting Classes are required. Good phone, oral and written communication and interaction skills with employees and customers a must. The ideal candidate will enjoy the challenge of a fast paced, multi-task environment, where there will be plenty of opportnity for growth.
Duties include but are not limited to:
· Process Daily Packing Slips, Process Deposits, Process Credits, Process Invoices for A/R & A/P, Data Entry, Statements, Create New Customers, Collection Letters & Calls, Phone backup, Weekly check run, Bank rec Payroll
This position will include cross training, overlap and/or backup with other positions within the company This position is the entry level growth path to become the Senior Accounting Specialist for the company. Hours 8 – 4:30, M-F.
8. INSTITUTE OF INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION - Grants Manager (New York, NY)
The Institute of International Education (IIE) is a world leader in the international exchange of people and ideas. IIE designs and implements fellowship, training, and technical assistance programs for sponsors that include government agencies, corporations, foundations, universities, and international organizations. IIE also provides educational and information services to the public and academic community.
Principal Responsibilities
1. Provide grant oversight for the Global Travel and Learning Fund ( GTLF ) funded by The Ford Foundation and administered by the Institute of International Education, which enables individuals from all over the world to travel internationally to conferences, seminars, and short courses. Primary responsibilities include preparing grants and contracts, conducting due diligence, monitoring grant/contract progress and payment; setting up and maintaining electronic and hard copy filing systems. Periodic sponsor contact (with Ford Foundation offices worldwide.)
2. Handle the logistics of travel for consultants and grantees for a number of Ford Foundation offices in the U.S. and around the world. Responsibilities include fiscal oversight of funding allocation for each office; handling all travel and programming requests.
3. Maintain program systems and procedures related to grants, working with Accounting and the Information Technology Department to improve data management and streamline procedures.
4. Manage other Foundation grant programs for meetings throughout the year; prepare proposals , handle grant set-up at IIE; create and manage databases.
5. Contribute to Scholarship and Training Program Division program development and outreach efforts, especially those which involve foundations or which involve incumbent’s geographic and/or field of study expertise.
Qualifications: Education/Experience/Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree plus 3 or more years of substantive administrative experience.
-- Program budgeting skills are necessary.
-- Strong analytical skills are required, as are excellent interpersonal/cross-cultural skills and ability to work effectively at all levels inside and outside organization.
-- Excellent organizational ability necessary; ability to multi-task and prioritize workload.
-- Initiative, mature judgment, and ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
-- Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Access database functions.
-- Ability to work as a member of a team.
9. Alexion Pharmaceuticals - Manager, Analytics and Data Management
Reporting to the Director of Marketing and Sales Operations, this position is responsible for analyzing various data feeds for the US Commercial Operations department at Alexion Pharmaceuticals. The successful candidate would consistently lead efforts to:
Identify, analyze, and reconcile conflicting or ambiguous information in CRM and other data sets;
Analyze and reconcile conflicting information from other data sources such as IMS, Verispan, or NDC prior to presenting to appropriate audiences in management, sales, operations, etc.
Work with business stakeholders to develop standardized reports as well as ad hoc reports from which business decisions can be made.
Prepare weekly, monthly and quarterly reports to internal and external customers. Including sales, marketing and senior management
Analyze sales and related data using BI tools and develop reports that will be presented to management.
Support data-load processes regarding input of new contact/lead management data into CRM. Develop and adhere to QA process for these data loads.
Support sales incentive plans by providing data for plan development and quarterly incentive calculations.
Act as liaison to other business groups within US Commercial Operations. Document CRM change requests and reporting requirements.
Skill Requirements:
Ability to critically evaluate data gathered from multiple sources and reconcile data conflicts as needed
Ability to communicate effectively (verbal, written, presentations) to both technical and non-technical audiences
Ability to create easy-to-understand CRM-training materials for non-technical audiences
Operational expertise with Excel, Access, PowerPoint, CRM, and BI tools
Education Requirement:
BA/BS in Business or Information Systems
Experience(s) Preferred (strongest preference for Pharma/Biotech experience):
Database-management
Cross-functional data standardization
Knowledge of sales and marketing practices within Pharma/Biotech industry
Knowledge of best practices around primary- and secondary-data management within Pharma/Biotech industry
10. Alexion Pharmaceuticals - Product Manager (Central CT)
We are looking for a Product Manager, U.S. Marketing for our Cheshire, CT office. The candidate will be responsible for supporting marketing activities during and post- launch of a novel orphan therapy to the hematologists and oncologists. The candidate will report to the Directors of Marketing.
Skill set: Along with his/her management, plays a key role in developing strategies and tactics, with a focus on solid implementation of tactics through a combination of individual and team efforts. This person must possess a strong ability to manage multiple projects across functional areas, and work independently when appropriate, in teams and as a sub-team lead. The candidate must have pharmaceutical industry experience and a good in-depth knowledge of marketing principles and marketing experience within the pharmaceutical industry.
Knowledge: In-depth knowledge in key principles of brand management and marketing, professional promotion and the sales process. The candidate should have experience in managing external brand agencies and vendors on a day-to-day basis and managing promotional budgets. Prior involvement in championing materials through the medical, regulatory and legal promotional review process, in developing or executing web-based programs and exposure/involvement in brand-related market research activities is also needed to be successful in this role.
Experience: For consideration, we require that the successful candidate hasat least 3-5 years of pharmaceuticals marketing or equivalent in strategic marketing activities. Experience launching or working with a newly launched product or clinical/scientific experience is highly desirable. Experience is Marketing or Sales orphan drugs preferred.
Other Requirements:
Bachelor's degree required, MBA preferred.
Strong knowledge of MS Office: Word, PowerPoint, Excel
Experience in working on multi-functional teams.
Strong organization, planning and prioritization skills.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
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Survey Results
A few months ago we asked our users if they felt that they were a better worker now than before they turned 40. Over 95% said yes, which is not surprising perhaps. But what was very interesting were the comments about why you are better, including:
- "Yes, I'm definitely a better worker than I was at 40. It would be too simplistic to say that this is because of experience. Of course experience is key but it is how you take advantage of that experience that makes the difference. We should never stop learning, including the lessons learned from making mistakes and suffering disappointments." From Dan.
-" Hello, I am a better worker at 40 plus,years because I have no children in my house I am responsible for. My time is my own. My hours are flexible. I am more relaxed and not distracted with carpool, grades, health of the kids, and I am much more at ease with my reason for wanting to go back to work. It's not about getting a house, we have a house..but contributing to a retirement plan and easing up the finances for my husband who has always worked 50-60 hour work weeks. I want to be with people who are positive and packing something into the stream of life." From Kathryn
-: " By 40 hopefully you have found the job that you like and enjoy doing. At 40 you have gained experience in terms of people skills and perhaps various technical skills. By then you have a sense of confidence in the work you are performing. " From Bob
- "I am much more settled and responsible than earlier years. I care more about the work I am doing and how it fits into the bigger picture and I am much more tolerant of corporate politics than I was. It rolls off of me easier than it used to." From Melanie
- " I am a much better worker than before I was 40: 1) learned from mistakes 2) more confident 3) learned from my successes." From Chuck
- " Yes, I am a better worker now that when I was under 40. I have more experience in good and bad business situations, I can read people better, I am less prone to react because I plan better, my time management skills are, well, extraordinary and I tend to look at the broader picture when making decisions." From Mell
How right you all are... and thanks to the hundreds of other Jobs4.0 Users who took the time to write. We'll have another survey next time.
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Tuesday, September 11, 2007
Hottest and Coldest Job Markets
If you are willing to relocate to find a job, check out BizJournal's '10 hottest job markets' in the US. http://www.bizjournals.com/edit_special/55.html
They also list the 10 coldest job markets, which could be interesting to see as well. Maybe it's not your resume, there's just not much hiring going on in your city. And as we know, in a slow market, job seekers over 40 are really going to have a tough time.
We've added some good new employers today .. check us out at www.jobs4point0.com
best,
Steven
They also list the 10 coldest job markets, which could be interesting to see as well. Maybe it's not your resume, there's just not much hiring going on in your city. And as we know, in a slow market, job seekers over 40 are really going to have a tough time.
We've added some good new employers today .. check us out at www.jobs4point0.com
best,
Steven
Tuesday, September 4, 2007
Jobs4.0 and Dartmouth's Tuck School of Business Form Alliance, much more....
I hope everyone enjoyed the last few weeks of summer - welcome back!
HR managers are all back at their desks today, and September is the second busiest hiring month of the year (January is the busiest). So let's get going!
Here's just a quick update on a few things you should know about:
1. We've been very busy in August, talking to the employers who use Jobs4.0 and who recognize the value of hiring people over 40. Our renewal rate among employers is phenomenally high - the employers on our site believe in us and want to hire experienced candidates. And they are hiring Jobs4.0 applicants!
2. Check out our postings - among the hundreds of jobs are excellent opportunities at Vanguard (NC, AZ, Pa), New York Life Insurance (New York), Alexion Pharmaceuticals (all over the US), Moody's Investor Service (NY), MD Anderson Cancer Center (Houston), Macy's South (Atlanta, Houston, Dallas, Charlotte and more), Lifespan hospitals (Rhode Island and MA), and many many more.
3. Jobs4.0's Exclusive Alliance with Dartmouth's Tuck School of Business - We're very pleased to announce that Dartmouth's Tuck School of Business has contacted us about reaching out to Jobs4.0 users. For anyone interested in polishing up their credentials, this could be a great opportunity.
The Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth has developed a special program for business professionals who want to return to corporate careers. It’s designed to help you reenter the fast-changing world of business with refreshed leadership skills and up-to-the-minute know how that top employers demand.
You’ll explore career options as you polish your job-search skills. And you’ll have opportunities to tap into Tuck’s business network to reach potential employers as well as peers who share similar backgrounds and work/life challenges.
Join other business professionals this autumn in New York City and at Dartmouth College in Hanover , New Hampshire , for intensive, high-impact learning experiences led by Tuck’s renowned faculty. Back in Business classmates will have MBAs or MBA-equivalent experience in high-potential careers.
Between the strong community built through the program and the classroom and career sessions, one program graduate concluded “the true gift of Back in Business is that I have choices, that doors are open, and that I feel empowered and ready to make things happen.”
Please contact us at Back.in.Business@dartmouth.edu to schedule an introductory call to discuss the program, or to speak directly with a program graduate. You may also visit www.tuck.dartmouth.edu/backinbusiness for additional information and the application for admission.
4. Last month, we asked you if you thought you were a better worker now than you were before you turned 40, and why. We received an enormous number of responses. The survey responses were 96% supporting the fact that you thought you were a better worker now than when you were in your 20s and 30s. While that result is perhaps not surprising, the reasons many of you provided, and the emphatic nature of your answers, might be eye -opening for many HR managers. More on this in future newsletters, stay tuned.
5. We get emails all the time from job seekers who want to post their resume on our site. We maintain resumes in a private, not public, database. If you haven't done so already, please email it to resumes@jobs4point0.com and we'll maintain it in our private database, which we make available to select employers. Perhaps you've heard about the security breach on some other major job posting boards - it's a major problem for them (and the poor people who put their personal resumes on a public site!). Our private database is more work for us, but it's much much safer for you, and besides your current employer can't see that you are posting your resume when you send it to us!
6. Media update
In case you missed it, Jobs4.0 continues to receive extremely favorable reviews in all the major media, including this week AARP - The Magazine (Sept/Oct issue), and Newsday (the newspaper of Long Island, NY). (newsday http://www.newsday.com/business/ny-bznext0901,0,2007247.story .
Again, welcome back. Good luck, and as always, please contact us with any comments or questions.
Best,
Steven
www.jobs4point0.com
ps. Please remember to recommend us to your friends and colleagues. thanks.
HR managers are all back at their desks today, and September is the second busiest hiring month of the year (January is the busiest). So let's get going!
Here's just a quick update on a few things you should know about:
1. We've been very busy in August, talking to the employers who use Jobs4.0 and who recognize the value of hiring people over 40. Our renewal rate among employers is phenomenally high - the employers on our site believe in us and want to hire experienced candidates. And they are hiring Jobs4.0 applicants!
2. Check out our postings - among the hundreds of jobs are excellent opportunities at Vanguard (NC, AZ, Pa), New York Life Insurance (New York), Alexion Pharmaceuticals (all over the US), Moody's Investor Service (NY), MD Anderson Cancer Center (Houston), Macy's South (Atlanta, Houston, Dallas, Charlotte and more), Lifespan hospitals (Rhode Island and MA), and many many more.
3. Jobs4.0's Exclusive Alliance with Dartmouth's Tuck School of Business - We're very pleased to announce that Dartmouth's Tuck School of Business has contacted us about reaching out to Jobs4.0 users. For anyone interested in polishing up their credentials, this could be a great opportunity.
The Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth has developed a special program for business professionals who want to return to corporate careers. It’s designed to help you reenter the fast-changing world of business with refreshed leadership skills and up-to-the-minute know how that top employers demand.
You’ll explore career options as you polish your job-search skills. And you’ll have opportunities to tap into Tuck’s business network to reach potential employers as well as peers who share similar backgrounds and work/life challenges.
Join other business professionals this autumn in New York City and at Dartmouth College in Hanover , New Hampshire , for intensive, high-impact learning experiences led by Tuck’s renowned faculty. Back in Business classmates will have MBAs or MBA-equivalent experience in high-potential careers.
Between the strong community built through the program and the classroom and career sessions, one program graduate concluded “the true gift of Back in Business is that I have choices, that doors are open, and that I feel empowered and ready to make things happen.”
Please contact us at Back.in.Business@dartmouth.edu to schedule an introductory call to discuss the program, or to speak directly with a program graduate. You may also visit www.tuck.dartmouth.edu/backinbusiness for additional information and the application for admission.
4. Last month, we asked you if you thought you were a better worker now than you were before you turned 40, and why. We received an enormous number of responses. The survey responses were 96% supporting the fact that you thought you were a better worker now than when you were in your 20s and 30s. While that result is perhaps not surprising, the reasons many of you provided, and the emphatic nature of your answers, might be eye -opening for many HR managers. More on this in future newsletters, stay tuned.
5. We get emails all the time from job seekers who want to post their resume on our site. We maintain resumes in a private, not public, database. If you haven't done so already, please email it to resumes@jobs4point0.com and we'll maintain it in our private database, which we make available to select employers. Perhaps you've heard about the security breach on some other major job posting boards - it's a major problem for them (and the poor people who put their personal resumes on a public site!). Our private database is more work for us, but it's much much safer for you, and besides your current employer can't see that you are posting your resume when you send it to us!
6. Media update
In case you missed it, Jobs4.0 continues to receive extremely favorable reviews in all the major media, including this week AARP - The Magazine (Sept/Oct issue), and Newsday (the newspaper of Long Island, NY). (newsday http://www.newsday.com/business/ny-bznext0901,0,2007247.story .
Again, welcome back. Good luck, and as always, please contact us with any comments or questions.
Best,
Steven
www.jobs4point0.com
ps. Please remember to recommend us to your friends and colleagues. thanks.
Tuesday, July 31, 2007
Where Will They Look for a Job?
Jobs4.0 was founded after years of hearing from job seekers all over the US about how traditional job boards too often seemed to be dead-ends for more experienced workers. I heard repeatedly that Monster, Hot Jobs, Career Builder - and the employers that post on them - all acted as if they were only focused on the 20 - or 30 -something candidate with 3 - 8 years experience looking to make their first or second job change. Job seekers over 40 told us that they could apply to hundreds of jobs on those sites and not get even one single response of any kind!
In addition, those 'major' job boards don't screen employers before allowing them to post jobs, they don't screen the types of jobs that are posted there, they don't even check that the jobs in fact are real jobs and not scams ("work from home, 2 hours a week, and make unlimited cash!!" - gee sounds like a great opportunity!)
They are driven far more by style than substance, and quantity over quality. What I saw from Monster.com at the recent national conference for HR professionals was enlightening... Monster spent an enormous amount of money on giveaways - stuffed animals, shirts, hats, funny hats, funnier hats, blinking lapel pins.. on and on... constant pushing of their logo and their name, merely for the sake of getting you to remember their logo and their name... is Monster worth the enormous posting fees? how does Monster attract quality candidates? does it try to attract mature workers and not just younger ones? .. these questions couldn't even be asked amidst the frenzy of dozens of purple clad Monster employees screaming and tossing around Monster logo giveaways in every direction.....
and now comes word today, just weeks later, that Monster is laying off 15% of its entire sales force - 800 people, without notice, b/c they can't afford them.
http://www.jobboarders.com/profiles/blog/show?id=882452%3ABlogPost%3A1511
They probably could have kept hundreds of them if they spent less on their entirely superficial convention exhibit, and the other, similar exhibits and ads they put on all over the US. But sadly the site has always been, and is, far more about style than substance. Employers are paying far too much to speak to candidates that respond to a purple monster, and now Monster's employees are starting to pay the price.
And quite frankly far too many HR managers seemed overly eager to grab the free giveaways. It was shocking to see so many HR professionals fighting over one another for Monster -logo'd hand sanitizers... ugh.. the convention was supposed to be about learing how HR managers could more effectively reach out to job seekers that can help their companies continue to grow, right?
And how is Monster going to spin this massive layoff news? Here's the internal letter from Monster's chief of sales to their employees.. http://www.cheezhead.com/2007/07/30/sue-hayden-message/
Meanwhile, while Monster is spinning, and designing new and bigger stuffed animals and the like, we'll get back to work finding real employers who want to hire job seekers over 40 that can help their companies prosper. We have far fewer jobs than Monster, but every job on our site is a valuable opportunity at a prominent employer, and job seekers using our site are overwhelmingly skilled, energetic job seekers that want to work for many more years,who need to find employers that will judge them on their skills and experience, not on how many birthdays they have had.
Steven
In addition, those 'major' job boards don't screen employers before allowing them to post jobs, they don't screen the types of jobs that are posted there, they don't even check that the jobs in fact are real jobs and not scams ("work from home, 2 hours a week, and make unlimited cash!!" - gee sounds like a great opportunity!)
They are driven far more by style than substance, and quantity over quality. What I saw from Monster.com at the recent national conference for HR professionals was enlightening... Monster spent an enormous amount of money on giveaways - stuffed animals, shirts, hats, funny hats, funnier hats, blinking lapel pins.. on and on... constant pushing of their logo and their name, merely for the sake of getting you to remember their logo and their name... is Monster worth the enormous posting fees? how does Monster attract quality candidates? does it try to attract mature workers and not just younger ones? .. these questions couldn't even be asked amidst the frenzy of dozens of purple clad Monster employees screaming and tossing around Monster logo giveaways in every direction.....
and now comes word today, just weeks later, that Monster is laying off 15% of its entire sales force - 800 people, without notice, b/c they can't afford them.
http://www.jobboarders.com/profiles/blog/show?id=882452%3ABlogPost%3A1511
They probably could have kept hundreds of them if they spent less on their entirely superficial convention exhibit, and the other, similar exhibits and ads they put on all over the US. But sadly the site has always been, and is, far more about style than substance. Employers are paying far too much to speak to candidates that respond to a purple monster, and now Monster's employees are starting to pay the price.
And quite frankly far too many HR managers seemed overly eager to grab the free giveaways. It was shocking to see so many HR professionals fighting over one another for Monster -logo'd hand sanitizers... ugh.. the convention was supposed to be about learing how HR managers could more effectively reach out to job seekers that can help their companies continue to grow, right?
And how is Monster going to spin this massive layoff news? Here's the internal letter from Monster's chief of sales to their employees.. http://www.cheezhead.com/2007/07/30/sue-hayden-message/
Meanwhile, while Monster is spinning, and designing new and bigger stuffed animals and the like, we'll get back to work finding real employers who want to hire job seekers over 40 that can help their companies prosper. We have far fewer jobs than Monster, but every job on our site is a valuable opportunity at a prominent employer, and job seekers using our site are overwhelmingly skilled, energetic job seekers that want to work for many more years,who need to find employers that will judge them on their skills and experience, not on how many birthdays they have had.
Steven
Wednesday, July 25, 2007
Articles of Interest
"Shifting demographics and new realities in the workplace are sending more and more adults back to school, either in pursuit of a lifelong dream or in search of a more rewarding (monetarily or spiritually) career. " So begins an interesting story I saw today on marketwatch.com. Take a look.. here's the link;
Also an interesting story in the Wall Street Journal (page B2B), about a recent study demonstrating that baby boomers want to do more volunteer work, but are frustrated by a lack of information, access to opportunities, etc. Of course, that mirrors what we see on the non-volunteer side of the labor equation.... the point is that mature workers are apparently too often ignored for opportunities, whether or not they want to be paid for their efforts... To me, this really highlights the bias that many employers have against reaching out to older workers --- if you're not hiring people even when they want to work for nothing, then what are their reasons?? In many cases it's because of discrimination against older workers - so don't buy the notion that employers aren't hiring workers over 40 b/c they are too expensive... too many don't hire them even when it comes to volunteering...
Steven
Also an interesting story in the Wall Street Journal (page B2B), about a recent study demonstrating that baby boomers want to do more volunteer work, but are frustrated by a lack of information, access to opportunities, etc. Of course, that mirrors what we see on the non-volunteer side of the labor equation.... the point is that mature workers are apparently too often ignored for opportunities, whether or not they want to be paid for their efforts... To me, this really highlights the bias that many employers have against reaching out to older workers --- if you're not hiring people even when they want to work for nothing, then what are their reasons?? In many cases it's because of discrimination against older workers - so don't buy the notion that employers aren't hiring workers over 40 b/c they are too expensive... too many don't hire them even when it comes to volunteering...
Steven
Monday, July 16, 2007
Why?
"Why are people over 40 looking for a job?" is a question I get asked a lot by employers. Of course there are many reasons.... I saw an interesting survey today, contained in a new book called Seduction and Risk: The Emergence of Extreme Jobs, that perhaps sheds light on some of them.
The survey, also summarized in the Harvard Business Review, reveals the very high hidden costs of high level, 'extreme' jobs.. Among those surveyed, 69 percent said their extreme jobs undermine their health, 58 percent said that their work gets in the way of a good relationship with their kids, 46 percent said it hurts their marriage. I wonder how many Jobs4.0 users share some or all of these feelings, and how many are looking a different job because of that....
Whatever your reasons - and of course there are many many other reasons beyond the 'burnout' ones noted in the survey - we've added a host of new jobs yesterday and today.... good luck....
Best,
Steven
The survey, also summarized in the Harvard Business Review, reveals the very high hidden costs of high level, 'extreme' jobs.. Among those surveyed, 69 percent said their extreme jobs undermine their health, 58 percent said that their work gets in the way of a good relationship with their kids, 46 percent said it hurts their marriage. I wonder how many Jobs4.0 users share some or all of these feelings, and how many are looking a different job because of that....
Whatever your reasons - and of course there are many many other reasons beyond the 'burnout' ones noted in the survey - we've added a host of new jobs yesterday and today.... good luck....
Best,
Steven
Wednesday, July 11, 2007
Recent New Hires in the News, and What it Tells Us
We all know that ageism is alive and well at many many employers around the US, despite laws designed to protect workers over 40. And it's often a particular kind of ageism, a bias that seems to be most prevalent against job seekers for mid-level or entry positions, as opposed to very high level executive spots. This week's Wall Street Journal, at page B5, lists recent hires of note -- and of the 21 announcements, exactly 20 of them involved a person over age 40 getting a new job.
Many of these new jobs were promotions from within the company.... but an almost equal number were lateral hires for very top level management positions. Which leads to a question I never get a good answer to... if people over 40 are valuable enough, reliable enough, energetic enough to be hired for a very high level position, or to be promoted to a job where the level of stress is greater and the demands on them is far higher than what they've dealt with before, then how come those same employers won't hire people at that age for other positions at those same companies? If the employer will hire a CFO at age 52, then why is 47, or 57 for that matter, too old to be hired as a bookkeeper or comptroller?? The reason? There is no good reason... Ageism, like all forms of discrimination, is illogical and unfair.. but thanks to Macy's South, Vanguard and others, we are making some progress....
best
steven
Many of these new jobs were promotions from within the company.... but an almost equal number were lateral hires for very top level management positions. Which leads to a question I never get a good answer to... if people over 40 are valuable enough, reliable enough, energetic enough to be hired for a very high level position, or to be promoted to a job where the level of stress is greater and the demands on them is far higher than what they've dealt with before, then how come those same employers won't hire people at that age for other positions at those same companies? If the employer will hire a CFO at age 52, then why is 47, or 57 for that matter, too old to be hired as a bookkeeper or comptroller?? The reason? There is no good reason... Ageism, like all forms of discrimination, is illogical and unfair.. but thanks to Macy's South, Vanguard and others, we are making some progress....
best
steven
Southern Comfort
Great news for job seekers in the 17 southern US States... you know who you are....Macy's South has joined our family of corporate partners.. they are making a big commitment to reach out to all of our job seekers over 40! They have several jobs on our site already, with many more to come, in a wide range of areas. Store manager jobs, merchandising positions and many more. please spread the word to anyone who you think might be interested in these spots. And thank you Macy's South.
Tuesday, June 26, 2007
Great news for Jobs4.0 Users
Great news today for all job seekers over 40.... today Jobs4.0 and Arbita --the leading provider of global job advertising distribution solutions-- announced that they will be working together to help major employers attract and retain job seekers over 40.
Multigenerational Recruiting is vital to reaching the entire workforce and achieving a bias-free workplace,” said Doug Ries, Executive Vice President of Arbita.net. “Partnering with Jobs4.0 will add value for our clients by enabling them to target seasoned candidates who bring experience, skills and wisdom to their organizations,” Ries concluded.
We've been working with Arbita for many months now and they are a dynamic, highly effective company. This new announcement today should really help us expand our reach into new markets... meaning lots more job opportunities for all of our job seekers over 40. Stay tuned!!
Thanks to all for their support - we couldn't have great days like today without the growing legion of skilled, experienced workers over 40 who continue to support Jobs4.0....
Thanks,
steven
Multigenerational Recruiting is vital to reaching the entire workforce and achieving a bias-free workplace,” said Doug Ries, Executive Vice President of Arbita.net. “Partnering with Jobs4.0 will add value for our clients by enabling them to target seasoned candidates who bring experience, skills and wisdom to their organizations,” Ries concluded.
We've been working with Arbita for many months now and they are a dynamic, highly effective company. This new announcement today should really help us expand our reach into new markets... meaning lots more job opportunities for all of our job seekers over 40. Stay tuned!!
Thanks to all for their support - we couldn't have great days like today without the growing legion of skilled, experienced workers over 40 who continue to support Jobs4.0....
Thanks,
steven
Monday, June 18, 2007
It's Time
Sorry for not blogging in a while... we've been incredibly busy these past weeks...
we've had 4 speaking engagements the past few weeks... which is quite enjoyable and I learn so much from job seekers whenever I speak with them.... but it really cuts into my blogging time.
Anyone see the Time magazine article on the aging workforce? http://www.time.com/time/health/article/0,8599,1633194,00.html
The article misses the point in the way so many articles in the mainstream press often do. The aging workforce means so much more than not having enough caregivers to help us out of our wheelchairs!! Why can't the media get passed this? The major problem surrounding our aging workforce is that companies must re-think their hiring policies and reach out to the over 40 job seeker. Companies who want to continue to grow in the coming years simply must re-assess ageism in the hiring process.... there aren't enough younger workers coming in to the workforce.. this is a big change from what employers have grown accustomed to in the last 50 years.. and way too many employers are simply ignoring the coming tsunami..
But Jobs4.0 is making progress.... we are signing up more great employers every week. A major new financial organization will be joining us this week, and Moody's Investor joined us last week, along with a dozen other prominent employers.. Take a look..
Back to work! And keep those emails coming, we really like hearing from you.
Best,
Steven
www.jobs4point0.com
we've had 4 speaking engagements the past few weeks... which is quite enjoyable and I learn so much from job seekers whenever I speak with them.... but it really cuts into my blogging time.
Anyone see the Time magazine article on the aging workforce? http://www.time.com/time/health/article/0,8599,1633194,00.html
The article misses the point in the way so many articles in the mainstream press often do. The aging workforce means so much more than not having enough caregivers to help us out of our wheelchairs!! Why can't the media get passed this? The major problem surrounding our aging workforce is that companies must re-think their hiring policies and reach out to the over 40 job seeker. Companies who want to continue to grow in the coming years simply must re-assess ageism in the hiring process.... there aren't enough younger workers coming in to the workforce.. this is a big change from what employers have grown accustomed to in the last 50 years.. and way too many employers are simply ignoring the coming tsunami..
But Jobs4.0 is making progress.... we are signing up more great employers every week. A major new financial organization will be joining us this week, and Moody's Investor joined us last week, along with a dozen other prominent employers.. Take a look..
Back to work! And keep those emails coming, we really like hearing from you.
Best,
Steven
www.jobs4point0.com
Thursday, May 31, 2007
What Next, a Standing Ovation for Coming to Work?
One of the objections companies say they have to hiring workers over 40 is that they 'may be too set in their ways'and won't fit in with the company. I know from many of the speaking engagements I have done that older job seekers feel that this is one of the main reasons why younger HR managers discriminate against them.
My reply is always the same - for every obstacle that HR managers want to create to hiring older workers -- real or imagined-- there can be a similar obstacle that could be placed to hiring younger workers. Older workers increase health insurance premiums? Well younger workers are more likely to have dependent children on their insurance policies. Older workers are too set in their ways? Well, younger workers don't work as hard, they reject authority, they feel like their job is an entitlement.
But while ageism drives HR managers away from older workers, companies are forever chasing younger workers - and spending more and more money and resources in the process. There's an interesting piece on NPR this morning about just how far companies are going to appease the "Me Generation" of younger workers. Some companies are actually hiring coaches -- essentially cheerleaders-- because younger workers need to feel like they are appreciated at the office!
http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=10538676#email
Amazing, when there is a growing talent pool of over 40 workers that will work hard, respectfully and reliably for 20 more years, and who understand that a job is a privilege and is not simply another venue to be pampered or catered to.
Best,
Steven
My reply is always the same - for every obstacle that HR managers want to create to hiring older workers -- real or imagined-- there can be a similar obstacle that could be placed to hiring younger workers. Older workers increase health insurance premiums? Well younger workers are more likely to have dependent children on their insurance policies. Older workers are too set in their ways? Well, younger workers don't work as hard, they reject authority, they feel like their job is an entitlement.
But while ageism drives HR managers away from older workers, companies are forever chasing younger workers - and spending more and more money and resources in the process. There's an interesting piece on NPR this morning about just how far companies are going to appease the "Me Generation" of younger workers. Some companies are actually hiring coaches -- essentially cheerleaders-- because younger workers need to feel like they are appreciated at the office!
http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=10538676#email
Amazing, when there is a growing talent pool of over 40 workers that will work hard, respectfully and reliably for 20 more years, and who understand that a job is a privilege and is not simply another venue to be pampered or catered to.
Best,
Steven
Wednesday, May 16, 2007
Nice Niche
We tell this to employers every day, but still it's nice to see it in the Wall Street Journal... yesterday's Career Journal(page B6), has article titled "Employers, Online Job Hunters Turn to Niche Web Postings". Article points out that the mega-boards are down substantially, while some niche sites are gaining more and more traction. The article also nails the point that some niche sites are doing well because they deliver less irrelevant resumes but more quality candidates to the employers.
As I've said many times, the big job boards don't make a lot of sense - their model is too mindlessly capture all the resumes they can instead of smartly targeting job seekers that employers actually want to hear from. Lots of users may help big job boards sell banner space on their sites, but it doesn't help employers who end up having to wade through large numbers of bad resumes. WHO you attract to your site, and HOW you attract them, makes all the difference. Advertising a job board on the side of a bus, or on soap operas, as some of these board relentlessly do, is not the answer. And employers are starting to notice.
Best,
Steven
As I've said many times, the big job boards don't make a lot of sense - their model is too mindlessly capture all the resumes they can instead of smartly targeting job seekers that employers actually want to hear from. Lots of users may help big job boards sell banner space on their sites, but it doesn't help employers who end up having to wade through large numbers of bad resumes. WHO you attract to your site, and HOW you attract them, makes all the difference. Advertising a job board on the side of a bus, or on soap operas, as some of these board relentlessly do, is not the answer. And employers are starting to notice.
Best,
Steven
Thursday, May 10, 2007
Letter from Jobs4.0 User
Here's a letter I recently received from a Jobs4.0 user who found a job on our site. We've received a number of these lately, but this one in particular struck a chord with me..
"On my birthday, _____, I was dismissed from my job as a Tier 2 Technical Support Engineer in the IT industry. I was 53 years old.
On April 4, 2001, I had been laid-off from a similar position when the technology bubble burst and it took me over 3.5 years to find similar employment, albeit at half of my previous salary.
I was not the Lone Ranger in that story. There were ten's of thousands like me, people over 40 with a strong IT resume who could not find employment in the IT industry.
Having had that experience, my future looked extremely bleak on January 17, 2007, as I began another job search.
At the end of January, on his way to work, my doctor heard Bruce Reznick's NPR story about Jobs 4.0. Also , Mr. ______of ______, Inc., heard the same story.
That same day, while my doctor was telling me about Jobs 4.0, Mr. _____ was posting a job notice on Jobs 4.0. On Saturday, February 3, I discovered that notice on Jobs 4.0 and submitted my application.
After 2 days of telephone tag, I had a 50-minute telephone interview on Wednesday, February 8, and a 4-hour personal interview the next day. On Monday, February 12, I started my new position ., as Chief Technology Officer.
Need I say more?
Steven, I am forwarding your letter to people I know who will benefit from Jobs 4.0 and I am encouraging them to forward your letter to people they know. Viral marketing will get the word out and those folks in Iowa, Montana and Hawaii along with many, many others will get your message.
Thanks again for what you are doing!
Sincerely,"
"On my birthday, _____, I was dismissed from my job as a Tier 2 Technical Support Engineer in the IT industry. I was 53 years old.
On April 4, 2001, I had been laid-off from a similar position when the technology bubble burst and it took me over 3.5 years to find similar employment, albeit at half of my previous salary.
I was not the Lone Ranger in that story. There were ten's of thousands like me, people over 40 with a strong IT resume who could not find employment in the IT industry.
Having had that experience, my future looked extremely bleak on January 17, 2007, as I began another job search.
At the end of January, on his way to work, my doctor heard Bruce Reznick's NPR story about Jobs 4.0. Also , Mr. ______of ______, Inc., heard the same story.
That same day, while my doctor was telling me about Jobs 4.0, Mr. _____ was posting a job notice on Jobs 4.0. On Saturday, February 3, I discovered that notice on Jobs 4.0 and submitted my application.
After 2 days of telephone tag, I had a 50-minute telephone interview on Wednesday, February 8, and a 4-hour personal interview the next day. On Monday, February 12, I started my new position ., as Chief Technology Officer.
Need I say more?
Steven, I am forwarding your letter to people I know who will benefit from Jobs 4.0 and I am encouraging them to forward your letter to people they know. Viral marketing will get the word out and those folks in Iowa, Montana and Hawaii along with many, many others will get your message.
Thanks again for what you are doing!
Sincerely,"
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