Career transitions
Getting back into the job market at different stages of life | May 2010
Change for the ages
How workers acquire new skills or update old ones will often depend on their ages. For young workers, graduate school and a second degree might provide the avenue to a new career. For older workers, a better answer might be short-term training that gets them to work quickly.
How to remake your working life when you're in your...
30s Perseverance, and a strong nerve
It takes more than just going back to school to make a successful change, career counselors say. |
40s Midcareer change, with no regrets
Reinventing yourself presents obstacles, but the rewards can make a move worth it. |
50s Taking inventory of skills, interests
Update and refine your abilities with training programs that quickly lead to paying jobs. |
60s Transitioning to the do-gooder
You’ll need to make the most of your skills and take a hard look at money and the job's lifestyle. |
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