Job Search Strategy Tips for Mature Workers - Live Interview with Bob McIntosh as aired LIVE on LinkedIn and Facebook on Friday, April 10, 2020.
In this episode of Social Media Pie, Brenda Meller from Meller Marketing interviews LinkedIn expert Bob McIntosh, focusing on job search strategies for mature workers.
They discuss the impact of ageism, the importance of LinkedIn profiles, negotiating salaries, and the unique strengths mature workers bring to the job market.
Bob also shares insights into creating compelling resumes and mastering video interviews during the COVID-19 pandemic. Watchh and learn valuable tips and hear success stories that can inspire your job search journey.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:37 Live Streaming and Audience Engagement
01:37 Bob McIntosh's Background and LinkedIn Expertise
03:00 Challenges and Strategies for Mature Job Seekers
04:43 Audience Interaction and Technical Glitches
18:52 Ageism in the Job Market
24:05 Self-Fulfilling Prophecies and Negative Self-Talk
24:48 The Importance of Positivity and Networking
25:31 Doug's Job Search and Willingness to Relocate
26:23 Impact of COVID-19 on Job Search for Mature Workers
27:58 Video Interviews and Job Search Strategies
28:34 Bob's Role as a Job Coach
30:49 Salary Negotiation Tips During the Pandemic
32:22 Cover Letters and Thank You Notes
34:49 Handling Long Job Descriptions and Gender Differences in Job Applications
36:22 Following Up After Interviews and LinkedIn Strategies
40:24 Final Tips for Mature Workers
43:16 Shoutouts and Final Thoughts
CONNECT with Bob on LinkedIn and mention this video in your invitation:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobmcintosh/
VISIT his blog:
https://thingscareerrelated.com/
MORE Job Seeker Resources by Brenda Meller:
https://www.mellermarketing.com/jobseeker
Book a LinkedIn "Power Hour" with Brenda Meller
https://www.mellermarketing.com/powerhour
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