Reworking Retirement by Allyn I. Freeman & Robert E. Gorman

Author:Allyn I. Freeman & Robert E. Gorman
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: ebook, book
Publisher: Adams Business, an imprint of Adams Media, an imprint of Simon & Schuster, Inc.
Published: 2010-08-25T00:00:00+00:00

1. Communicate a positive attitude.

You should exude a positive attitude during the interview. Have an affirmative, “Yes, I can do that job” mentality. Interviews at any age are always stressful, so it is important to try and reach a calm state before entering the room. You want to be able to convey an interest in the position and in the organization or company. The key is to exhibit an optimistic outlook about your possible performance in that job. Never be arrogant or convey a superior demeanor, no matter what the job is.

2. Indicate flexibility.

Show a willingness to adapt. This may take the form of accepting irregular scheduling, including number of hours or days and a call for weekend work. Or it may mean agreeing to a request for additional training or coursework. Be alert to a sudden change in the nature of the job, arising from an unforeseen event at the company or organization. Someone may quit or be terminated, or a candidate may decide not to accept a job. This will leave the company with a job it has to fill in a hurry.

3. Regard the future with enthusiasm.

The past was yesterday, and the job you want is today. Emphasize in the interview that the new job will bring with it new challenges and meeting new people. Do not dwell on the past, and don’t subject employers to a long-winded account of former employment, how you rose to your title, and the way your previous employer did business.

4. Convey a realistic self-appraisal.

You should be levelheaded about what you can and will do, so it doesn’t make sense to try to be hired for a job for which you are unqualified. Further, you should have a clear idea of the number of hours and days you want to work and the physical requirements of certain jobs. Learn as much as you can about the job and the company before the interview.

5. Be confident about the past.

This is just the next step toward a successful future.

Questions and Requests

One of the biggest problems for seniors in job interviews is asserting an “I’ll work here on my terms only” attitude. Here are a few questions seniors ask that set off red flags for interviewers.

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