If you've read this blog for long, you'll know I originally posted this at the beginning of the year. But I think it's worth a revisit - especially since the job market seems to have gotten worse. Plus, even in good times, it's a smart move to keep your options open. For anyone looking for a new job in this challenging economy, let me toss out a few ideas you might not have thought much about: ... read more

Ageism happens - especially in the media. If you're moving into your fifties, you've probably seen it firsthand. Perhaps the easy job or sales interviews you used to get are harder to come by now. Maybe it's fewer auditions or business presentations. Some have see outright discrimination working in a culture that worships youth. Whatever your experience (and you're bound to have one sooner or later) here's a few ideas that will keep your resume - and you - looking younger: ... read more