Publisher's Synopsis
Older adults now account for more than 35% of the population. Those seeking work, whether for financial or personal fulfilment reasons, often face problems such as ageism, obsolete qualifications, a changing society and huge competition.;This is a practical guide, for mid-life adults, to selecting and gaining work. It encourages you to look at your strengths, maturity, experience and interests and use them to find satisfying employment. A major part of the book provides invaluable information on careers in which late starting is a bonus.