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And you should probably grow skills and stay relevant.
According to Task, you have to thoroughly examine your values to evaluate the right move for you.
First, what is the minimum amount of money you need, she explained.
I have clients who dont need to work for money; thats a lot of freedom.
But they want something that goes beyond a volunteer job.
So first, figure out your financial minimum,Task added.
What skills do you have that you want to use, what skills do you want to learn?
Do you want to go into an office?
Be a digital nomad?
Think about what you have to offer, what you need and how youd like to grow.
Then go find it.
People will be ageist, sure, she said.
People will be racist and misogynistic as well.
You probably dont want to work for people like that, so their ageism is doing you a favor.
Run, dont walk to a job thats a better fit.
Dont waste a minute of your time trying to change a culture that doesnt get you.
Technological Changes in the Workforce
The survey also uncovered trepidation about artificial intelligence (AI).
Specifically, 34% of respondents worry that AI could affect their job security.
According to Task, workers who are 50 and over can navigate this worry by getting comfortable with AI.
Get to know AI, Task explained.
As they say, the only thing constant is change.
Learn AI and figure out how it can help you do your job better.
Be the boss of AI, dont let AI be the boss of you, she added.
Dont be afraid of AI; use it like the tool it is.
Your best internet is your networks internet.
Ask a friend, spouse or loved one for help.
Do Your Research
She also advised searching on LinkedIn or Indeed.
Search for your current job title you may be surprised to see how many opportunities you have.
Remember, anyone eager can be taught how to do something (at any age).
Good employers will pick the right person and support that person to become a performer.
Task deemed that great and explained that its crucial to apply to many jobs.
I have my clients applying to 10 to 20 jobs per week, she said.
It can be a numbers game, so put yourself out there.
Decide Whats Important in Negotiating
And when its time to negotiate job offers?
Figure out what they want from you, Task explained.
Know what you want from them.
She added that to negotiate effectively, you have to pinpoint the needs of the other person.
Theyre in conversation with you; they wouldnt waste your time unless you offer some value, Task said.
What is the value they see in you?
And what are they willing to do for it?
Task stressed that during negotiations, workers should keep in mind that its not payment alone at stake.
Its perks, opportunity, vacation time and, of course, benefits, Task added.
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