Topic: Jobs

What's Next When the Bottom Falls Out?

A lot has been written about the boomer experience...we are, after all, 79 milion people strong... and interested in what age 50+ looks like. An interesting addition is "The Nextnik," a six-episode online video written by movie-maker Mike Kravinsky that follows the tribulations, and triumphs, of Larry Zimmerman, a 55-year-old, upper management family man, who was fired and left with no clue about what comes next. His exploration of what really matters and how he makes a transition is the focus of this series. Tune in and let us know what you think.

Posted on Jan 6, 2012

National Day of Service and Remembrance

Topics: Community Involvement, Jobs

Its been a decade since the horror of 9/11. In the aftermath, many people pledged to make a commitment to strengthening our communities and pulling together as a nation. In commemoration of the 10th National Day of Service & Remembrance, you are invited to join Philadelphia organizations, Global Citizen, Greater Philadelphia Cares, and SERVE Philadelphia for their 3rd Annual Civic Engagement Expo. Stop by Independence Mall on Sunday, September 11 from 2 - 5 p.m. to learn about volunteer opportunities with a diverse array of more than 100 nonprofit organizations.

Posted on Sep 5, 2011

Learning the Power of Compassion

Topics: Connection, Jobs, Transition

Award-winning author, Gail Sheehy, wrote an article in USA Today about Lee Kravitz, a 54-year-old "master of the magazine publishing universe," who unexpectedly, ""brutally," lost his job, but managed to find a silver lining...and discover an invaluable life lesson. Following the initial shock, the realization that he had lost contact with his family...and himself...while totally immersed in his work, hit home. Lee began a journey into the next phase of his life that included a true understanding of the word, "compassion," a focus on connecting in many different ways, and a book chronicling his transition.

Posted on Jul 14, 2011

The "Parachute" Guy is High on Jobs

Topics: Career Change, Jobs

Dick Bolles wrote THE job-finding book, What Color is Your Parachute, forty years ago. His latest edition is now out to provide hope to people seeking work during this difficult time and advice for how to pursue personal passion in making a career change. Bolles emphasizes that knowing yourself...your skills, interests, and what you can bring to a new job, are first steps, followed by a commitment to working hard to find the career that you want. To hear a conversation with the author, click here.

Posted on Jan 1, 2011

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