{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Job Search After 50: Career Change, Ageism & AI Tips","description":"Nearly 1 in 4 Americans over 50 are planning a job change this year, according to a new AARP survey\u2014but here\u2019s the surprising part: 65% haven\u2019t taken any steps to prepare.In this episode of Friends Talk Money, hosts Terry, Richard, and Pam dig into what\u2019s really driving career changes for people over 50, 55, and 60\u2014and what older job seekers need to know to stay competitive in today\u2019s market. We cover: Why boomers and Gen Xers are rethinking retirement and launching second-act careers How to avoid the black hole of job applications and get results through networking and research Smart strategies for updating your resume and LinkedIn profile after decades in the workforce Using AI tools like ChatGPT (carefully) to improve your job search How to prepare for Zoom interviews and make a strong impression The realities of ageism in hiring\u2014and how to position your experience as a strength Negotiating job offers: when to push, when to say yes, and how to show employers you solve their problems Whether you\u2019re worried about layoffs, craving more flexibility, or simply ready for a new challenge, this episode is packed with practical job search tips for older workers who want to thrive in today\u2019s shifting economy. Links: Certified Age Friendly Employer Program (Age-Friendly Institute) Employer Pledge Program (AARP) Retirementjobs.com Layoffs This Year Reach Highest Levels Since Pandemic, According to One Measure (Yahoo Finance) Survey Shows a Sharp Increase in the Number of Older Americans Seeking a Job Change (AARP) Best Ways to Prepare for a Job Search After 50 (Next Avenue) ","author_name":"Friends Talk Money Podcast","author_url":"http:\/\/friendstalkmoney.org\/","html":"