4 Resume Tips for Retirees and Seasoned Professionals

4 Resume Tips for Retirees and Seasoned Professionals4 Resume Tips for Retirees and Seasoned Professionals14As if finding a new job wasnt hard enough, mid-life career changes have an additional big obstacle to overcome ageism. Its no secret that many job seekers who are not quite fresh-out-of-college feel the need to overcome certain stigmas. While a resume doesnt show exactly how old a candidate is, recruiters can- and many do- make assumptions based on the dates associated with work experience. One common concern- fair or not- is that more established job seekers may not have current skills or be open to new methods.Here are four resume tips for retirees and seasoned professionalsCurrent SkillsFocus on technology. Find out the new platforms or strategies being used in your industry and make sure you are up to date in their use or implementation. Services like BenchPrep can help you get trained on the latest computer software so youre up to date and prepared.Email Addressleise holdi ng on to that AOL address because its a pain to switch? Once upon a time that would have shown you to be on the cutting edge, but alas, no more. Sign up for a Gmail account and use it for your job search.Social MediaYou should already know it is great to use social media in your job search. Beyond that, engaging on social media channels shows you are willing and able to stay current.BlogWeve told you why you should blog to get your next job. If you need more encouragement, think about how having a blog is a great way to show that you continue to grow with your industry. Not only do you HAVE a blog, but you give advice about proven strategies for success in your industry.Mid-career job seekers need to be able to demonstrate a willingness to learn new things and an ability to pick up new concepts quickly in order to ease any concerns a recruiter may have.Readers, what are your tips for older workers, retirees, and seasoned professionals? Lets help each other out