Overcoming the Obstacles

When you retire, the government will not be there to provide you with much assistance for what comes next. Job hunting is a full-time job in and of itself, fraught with obstacles and land mines. It can be at times frustrating, disappointing and discouraging. You must consider the following:

• What should I be doing in the years preceding retirement to better prepare myself?
• What positions am I most passionate about and best suited?
• What will be my "brand" and "value proposition"?
• Will my internet presence be an obstacle to getting hired?
• How can I develop a strong network of relationships to help bring opportunities to me?
• How do I avoid being eliminated before an interview?
• How do I prepare a powerful cover letter & resume that will land me an interview?
• What are the most efficient, effective and non-traditional job hunting methods?
• When competing against hundreds of people for the same job, how do I prevail?
• What can I expect in the interview process and how do I respond to the myriad of possible questions so that I stand out above the others?
• Can I negotiate a better compensation package than what the company offers?
• What is it like working in the corporate world and how do I succeed there?