I’m in my 40s and I’ve never needed to work. Ever. My parents have funded me all this time and were comfortable to do it, but now they’re aged and the cash is running out. I actually have a level but all my skills are way outdated. Where should I start?
Listen, Hunter, you knew at the present time was coming, right? (Hey — couldn’t resist.) Seriously, your parents could have been attempting to help but actually did more harm than good.
Hopefully, you’ve been volunteering at the least, performing some charity work perhaps? Something that may transfer to an actual paying job? If not, then I’d consider going back to highschool — get a trade degree or certification perhaps. Expert employees are hard to search out and in high demand. It’s never too late to launch.
I’d like to succeed in out to a previous internship boss to rekindle things. I used to be offered a full-time position last yr but I took one other opportunity as an alternative. Now I’m regretting it. Is it OK to send an email? What should I say?
It’s a fantastic idea, although I wouldn’t necessarily make your case in writing. See if you happen to can get your former boss on the phone after which make your best sales pitch live.
It’s way more impactful that way. Don’t complain concerning the job you took — just explain why you regret not taking the job that was offered, what you’ve learned and the way you appreciate so way more the chance you had. In case you can’t get your boss on the phone, then yes, make that very same pitch in writing.
I’ve been told I’m generally an excellent employee but not a “team player.” What does that even mean? I’m friendly and outgoing with everyone. I don’t know what I could possibly be doing flawed.
Well, one thing you’re doing flawed isn’t asking for clarification from the one that said you’re not a team player. But being friendly and outgoing with everyone doesn’t mechanically make you a team player.
I’ve come across a lot of executives who’re also friendly and outgoing but start all the things with “I” as an alternative of “we.” Team players know there isn’t a “I” in team. They collaborate, have one another‘s back and provides credit to others.
Gregory Giangrande has over 25 years of experience as a chief human resources executive. Hear Greg Wed. at 9:35 a.m. on iHeartRadio 710 WOR with Len Berman and Michael Riedel. Email: GoToGreg@NYPost.com. Follow: GoToGreg.com and on Twitter: @GregGiangrande
