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The fine line between being fired and being retired … before you’re ready

The fine line between being fired and being retired … before you’re ready

by Dr. Helen Ofosu | Mar 10, 2018 | blog, Career Advice, Mature Professionals ​

A while back, I had just finished writing a blog about “How not to fire an employee” when I saw an article pop up on my phone about a man who was fired after 43 years of loyal service. Even if you’re not a ‘math-lete’ it’s clear that this mature worker must be close...
Returning to work after a long absence

Returning to work after a long absence

by Dr. Helen Ofosu | Feb 3, 2018 | blog, Career Advice, Mature Professionals ​

It’s not surprising that many people describe looking for a job after a long work absence as ‘job-hunting’ because it’s just that, a breathless pursuit that often tires a person out.  If this statement rings true to you then you understand that the struggle is...
Hidden Consequences of Online Screening

Hidden Consequences of Online Screening

by Dr. Helen Ofosu | Oct 7, 2017 | blog, Career Advice, Hiring Staff & HR, Mature Professionals ​

Last week I discussed how ‘hitting the streets’ with a resume in hand is a distant memory for many of us.  For more recent graduates, it is nothing short of a nostalgic legend told by their parents and/or older contacts (click here to read part one of this...
To be or not to be … without a degree … that is the question

To be or not to be … without a degree … that is the question

by Dr. Helen Ofosu | Sep 23, 2017 | blog, Career Advice, Mature Professionals ​, Recent Graduates ​

Finding work in an ‘academic’ world…to what degree do you need a degree? Recently I met a client who said to me, “I’m 31 years old and I’m now realizing that I may need to start pursuing a Master’s degree – not to distinguish myself as...
What’s Riskier for your Career? Getting Hired for a Job or Becoming Self-Employed? (Part Two)

What’s Riskier for your Career? Getting Hired for a Job or Becoming Self-Employed? (Part Two)

by Dr. Helen Ofosu | Jul 8, 2017 | blog, Career Advice, Entrepreneurship, Mature Professionals ​, Recent Graduates ​

In part one of this blog post, I discussed some of the hidden risks of being a highly paid, experienced employee in the private sector. I noted that over time, there may be pressure to replace excellent but expensive employees with ‘good enough’ but significantly...
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