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★ GREATER milwaukee JOBS 2 GREATERmilwaukeeJOBS • July 31, 2014 • D R I V E R S • H E A L T H C A R E • H O T E L & R E S T A U R A N T mobilize their skill set in the business world," says media expert Steve Kayser, author of "The Greatest Words Yo u ' v e N e v e r H e a r d ," (www.stevekayser.com). "In fact, many older Ameri- cans may have little choice but to adapt their mindset and survive longer in their careers if they want to main- tain something resembling their current lifestyle during retirement." Kayser lists a few trends that may incentivize aging workers to clock in for a few more years: • The number of Ameri- cans 55 and older will almost double between now and 2030 – from 60 million today to 107.6 million, according to the United States Census Bureau. That will likely strain public safety nets such as Social Security and Medicare. • American life expectan- cy is at an all-time high, and death rates are at an all-time low, which means some people will outlive their retirement savings. • The global economic crisis has wiped out or severely affected millions of middle- and senior-aged people's life savings. But with an increasingly competitive pool of profes- sionals whose skill sets need to be regularly updated, how can boomers stay in the game? Kayser quotes Alvin Tof- fler: "The illiterate of the 21st century will not be those who cannot read and write, but those who cannot learn, unlearn and relearn." He discusses his method for how older workers can maintain their value – by staying "R-E-L-E-V-A-N-T." • What it means to learn, unlearn and relearn. The ever-shifting sands of tech- nology pose a special chal- lenge to older workers. Younger professionals not only grew up working and entertaining themselves with screens, they also learned to adapt to technological leaps. A program you learn today may not be relevant in a few years, so keep an open and flexible mind. • Being R-E-L-E-V-A-N-T. Take this mnemonic device to heart: risk, experiment, listen and learn, engage, value, attitude of gratitude, no to negativity and time. "This is an ongoing, evolv- ing note to keep in your mind no matter your profes- sional situation," Kayser says. "I've been around a lot of charismatic and efferves- cent folks in their 70s and 80s who are still successful and growing, both on a per- sonal and business level. The acronym encompasses the ideas that seem to pro- mote a proactive life." • Answer the question, "What resonates with you?" This is a deceptively deep question when you apply it to your life's trajectory. If life hasn't turned out to be what you expected it would 30 years ago, then it's time to recalibrate how you see yourself, especially if that's as a perpetual pre-retiree. If you're not sure of how you see yourself in today's set- ting, start with what the spiritual writer Joseph Campbell called the "moving power of your life," which can be sensed by the things that resonate within you. The things that resonate within you, such as an unusual book, may just be the compass you need to find your way. Silly mistakes that sink job applicants Some employers won't care — or won't catch them — but mistakes in word usage can put your application in the reject pile. I recently heard from a hirer in a Kansas City suburb who collected a list of errors that job applicants made when they responded to a job posting. To be fair, the job wasn't a white-collar professional position, and it paid just $8.50 an hour. But it was for office work, which presumed some competence in the English language. How much confidence would you have in the applicant described as a "detailed, ori- ented person"? Or the one who had an "inginuitive attitude"? Or the one who listed "punctuation" as a skill (punctuality, perhaps)? One applicant promised "ref- erees" on request. Another listed past "dates of empower- ment." And one job seeker said she previously ranked high in her "weekly assments" the "hole" time she was there. The employer also looked askance at the "resumeforany- thing" file from a job hunter who clearly hadn't tailored the application to the job at hand. Similarly, thumbs down to the applicant who wrote, "Objec- tive: To obtain a job within the company I'm applying." One resume included "UNEMPLOYED" in bold capital letters each time there was a gap in work history. Another included a cover letter dated months earlier. Just how eager some people were to be hired was also in question. One prominent- ly stated that she'd recently become preg- nant. Another's motivation was that "I'm ready to learn more stuff." And then there was the applicant who sent an email that said the company was expecting a lot for small pay. The latter may have an element of truth. Job hunters must decide for themselves if the duties and pay are right for them. Some jobs simply won't be worth pursuing. But if you do want the job, be careful and thoughtful with your application. By Diane Stafford The Kansas City Star Baby Boomers . . . from page 1 (262)546-0226 Homeinstead.com/391 Home Instead Senior Care helps local seniors remain independent in their own homes. Our 24 HR CAREGivers stay for one or more days in a row assisting with homemaker duties, mobility & personal cares. Weekend day and evening shifts also available. Part-time work, flexible days, paid training. Call Diana or visit our website to apply. Seeking 24 Hour and Weekend CareGivers 239295002 PART-TIME BARTENDER Washington County Area Weekends, flexible hours. Seeking a person with an outgoing personality and previous experience. Excellent wage. Please call to set up an interview 262-644-6037 United Liquid Waste Recycling is looking for Semi-drivers w/tanker endorsement. Must have a clean driving record. ,. SEMI-DRIVERS NEEDED 1ST & 2ND SHIFT Download application at www.ulwr-inc.com. Mail to: ULWR- Attn: R. Steger, P.O. Box 247, Clyman, WI 53016. Call 888-558-9611 x119 or email united_hr@yahoo.com 239437017 CNA ASSISTED LIVING Hartford, WI Full Time; 2pm-10pm $10-$13/ hour Call Andrea 262-339-7788 239491002 CNA ASSISTED LIVING Hartford, WI Full Time; 6am-2pm $10 - $13/ hour Call Andrea at 262-339-7788 239491001 Distributed by: Conley Distribution 262-513-2646 ©2004 by Conley Media LLC – Waukesha County Independent and Locally Owned GREATERmilwaukeeJOBS is published weekly by Conley Media LLC – Waukesha County, 801 N. Barstow St., Waukesha, WI 53186. 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