Creativity Doesn’t Age: Combatting Job Search Age Bias After 50

Thursday, October 3
4 pm ET/3 pm CT/1 pm PT

Ageism presents a significant challenge for job seekers over the age of 50. Employer stereotypes, a competitive job market and perceptions of being overqualified are significant challenges facing workers who need to pivot to a sustainable second act, encore career. Career Transition Coach John Tarnoff will offer specific strategies to help older workers overcome age bias in the job search process.

Participants will learn how to:

Network effectively across generations
Assess and update job search and technical skills
Address potential biases in resumes and interviews
Showcase the unique strengths and experience that older workers bring to the table

About Our Speaker

John Tarnoff is an executive and career transition coach, speaker and author who helps mid-career professionals create their second act career. Fired 39% during his 35 years as a film producer, studio executive and tech entrepreneur, he learned how to turn setbacks into successes in a volatile business. Since leaving entertainment in 2010, John has built a global career coaching practice serving both individuals and groups. He has also led career workshops for MBA alumni in career transition for UCLA's Anderson School of Management and Cornell's SC Johnson College of Business.