The problem with job seeking seniors is, most of the time, they had been out of the playing field far too long that they don’t know how to play the game anymore! Similar to dating, times have changed. Those which worked before such as pickup lines and dining out may no longer be applicable today and may even cost you your chance of getting the job you want.
Before you go on fierce job hunting, it is important to remember that a proper mindset is a must. Nowadays, companies know what they want from an employee long before they announce their need for one—and unfortunately, they don’t look back in firing an employee if he falls short of what’s expected of him since they know applicants are most likely be lining out their doors as soon as you leave the office premises! Sad but true.
So this blog post is to update job seeking seniors who would like to still be in the corporate world despite its very demanding nature. I believe that there are people who were born to be in the corporate world, then there are those who prefer otherwise. The same can be said for seniors or older adults in the workforce.
TECHNIQUE 1:  Get connections—top honchos to back you up. Gone are the days when you get a job just because a dear friend helped you squirm your way into the company office. In fact, most companies avoid getting tangled to such mess since they are not getting the most out of their employees—and it is bad for the company rep too.
TECHNIQUE 2:  Generalized or pre-made resume—include everything you know, even those vaguely connected to the job you are applying to. While it is good to let the hiring manager know that you are indeed an all-around guy or gal, it can backfire. Be more specific. Keep your resume as short and simple as possible—and right on target. What’s important is that your hiring manager will know that you are suitable for the job.
TECHNIQUE 3:  Come strong—and confident. Yes, it is good to be confident—confident that you can do the job right, that is. The company doesn’t need someone who is too strong since it is a sure sign that you are not flexible enough to accept changes when they happen. They just need you to be honest so they will know if they are choosing the right one for the job—never take it personally.
TECHNIQUE 4:  Brandishing your degrees to get the top position. Unfortunately, everyone needs to start from bottom and work their way up, unless your years-experience will be credited. When applying for a job, take it at face value and never expect something more or else, you’ll end up disappointed.