Red Alert … An Over-50 Jobseeker Has Just Entered the Building

A red alert is probably melodramatic, but I’m sure jobseekers in this age bracket probably feel there is one. The bulk of the job-seeking population is currently facing job-search woes that the elderly population has been experiencing for years.

In recent years, I’ve seen that over-50 jobseekers have wised up to the fact that age bias is still existent in America’s

workforce. Armed with this information, these jobseekers are redesigning their resumes so that obvious red flags are no longer present. Employers are finding it more difficult to "guesstimate" someone’s age because these individuals are eliminating older positions, degree dates, and shaving information from the backend of their career; information that generally makes a resume lengthy and less focused. With a targeted and lean resume, an over-50 jobseeker is likely to obtain more interviews than with a heavy, all-telling version.

Other factors older jobseekers should consider are personal hygiene, attire, and language skills. A person who takes the time to adequately prepare a resume should also take enough time to work on personal appearance and traits too.

I’m certainly not recommending that an individual run out and get thousands of dollars worth of plastic surgery or spend an insane amount of money on a new wardrobe. I am, however, recommending that you take a good look at your appearance. Ask yourself, could a new hairstyle or an attractive new business suit provide an added edge? Willingness to change your appearance is solely up to you. Keep in mind that you’ll likely be interviewed by someone younger, so trimming a mustache, wearing a new pair of shoes or shirt, and using ageless words during the interview, will likely make a substantial difference.

Interviewers will ask loaded questions if he or she wants to determine your age. Watch out for questions, covering age of grandchildren, possible retirement date, or health status. These questions are considered illegal; and although they’re not jail-worthy, they will give him or her the ammunition to make a tainted employment selection. Contact the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), if you suspect a company of being age-biased.

Staying ahead of the technological curve, and representing this in the resume and during the interview, will allow you to speak to the interviewer using acronyms and jargon that’s familiar to that person. A knowledgeable individual, regardless of age, will impress an interviewer and leave a positive impression.

Keep a positive mindset and you’ll appear young and lively. An optimistic outlook is not always easy, particularly when you’ve gone on several interviews that don’t result to job offers. Support and golden age groups — provided by county career centers and sponsored by colleges — will provide support, a networking forum, and employment contacts that will make your job search flow smoothly.

An over-50 jobseeker can also benefit from the help of a career coach. A coach can help identify and resolve employment concerns, as well as, personal and life issues that may be hindering personal development. Filling a much-needed gap, career coaching is becoming a crucial tool for those seeking to career transition and advance — even at the youthful age of 50 or more.

Take the time to notice red flags in your resume, concentrate on your appearance and language skills, and surround yourself with positive, resourceful professionals. I’m a firm believer that successful people are backed by a team. It’s your choice whether to play the game alone, or arm yourself with skilled players.

Written by Teena Rose, a columnist, public speaker, and certified/published resume writer with Resume to Referral. She’s authored several books, including "20-Minute Cover Letter Fixer" and "Cracking the Code to Pharmaceutical Sales."

Job Opportunity in Univel Corporation

UNIVEL CORPORATION

Job Opportunity
UNIVEL Corporation is a Singapore based hospitality supplier with a regional sales office in the Maldives

Asst. Manager-Sourcing
Qualifications
Pleasant personality
Fluent in written and spoken English
Familiar with Microsoft office applications (Word, Excel)
2-3 years work experience

Salary Rf 8000 – 10,000 (Depending on qualification and experience)
Interested candidates may forward their application with bio data and other documents to:

Univel Corporation c/o Think Associates
G. Fiyathosshige, Ground Floor
Neeloafaru Hingun, Male’
Tel: +960 334 2640, Fax +960 334 2642

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Jobs in Paradise Island Resort & Spa

Villa Hotels
Job Opportunities

Paradise Island Resort & Spa

2 F&B Supervisor Mrf4500- 5500
2 Waiter (Main Restaurant) Mrf2500-3500
4 Waiter (Main Bar) Mrf2500-3500
2 Still Room boy (Main Restaurant) Mrf2500-3500

Benefits:
Monthly Service Charge
Annual Travel Allowance of MRF2500/-

Address to:
Human Resources Department
Villa Shipping & Trading Company Pvt Ltd
STO Trade Center, 2nd fl #02-25
Orchid Magu, Male’, Republic of Maldives
Tel: 3316161 (ext.146) or 3329334
E-mail: employment@villa.com.mv www.villa.com.mv

Job Vacancies in Anantara Resort Maldives

At the heart of the world’s most idyllic island destinations, Anantara Resort Maldives occupies its own island set in a sparkling turquoise lagoon. Anantara Resort Maldives offers luxury, impeccable style and Anantara’s signature warmth and gracious service in what may be the world’s last unspoiled tropical paradise. The resort features over 40 over-water villas – including two with private plunge pools – and 68 beachfront villas, all featuring unique open-air bathrooms and expansive views.

Naladhu offers a timeless moment of seclusion and serenity. A luxurious sense of idyllic intimacy with 19 stunning houses set within lush landscaped surroundings, each just footsteps away from the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, are appointed with elegant hardwood furnishings that hearken back to a romantic, bygone era, with touches of contemporary style. Naladhu consists of 19 Houses each is a lavish 300 sq metres, with a high, white gabled roof, expansive floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors and a generously-sized living and bedroom area as well as a private infinity edge pool. The spacious bathroom has an outdoor area set within its own lush landscaped grounds and features both a rain shower and a recessed, infinity-edge terrazzo bathtub.
Due to internal promotions we have more great career opportunities available for qualified Maldivians. If you are willing to take up the challenge, and can fulfill the following requirements then we would like to hear from you:
· Experience within a 5* resort environment advantageous
· Excellent in spoken and written English
· Ability to communicate effectively
· Are dedicated to providing guest satisfaction
· An individual who is self driven
· Enjoys being part of an exceptional team
· Can work under pressure
· Has a pleasant personality, appearance, and is loyal and honest
· A willingness to be trained

Please note that the Anantara Group has a zero tolerance policy to Drugs within its properties world-wide

We provide a competitive salary, complimentary staff Dhoni from the resort to Male. We also have a separate island for our Staff Village which houses, an internet café, accommodation, volley ball, football and other facilities.

Please send your resume with recent photographs as soon as possible to:

HUMAN RESOURCE DEPARTMENT / RECRUITMENT
Anantara Maldives
Dhigufinolhu, South Male Atoll
P.O. Box 2014
Male, Republic of Maldives
Email to: mhanif@minornet.com
Tel +960 6644100
Fax: +960 6640009