With experience and courage for a new start
A new start with experience - you have more to offer
Are you 50 or older and looking for a new career perspective? More and more companies are recognizing the value of experienced employees. In this article, we show you how to approach your re-entry wisely - with self-confidence, your professional experience and the latest skills relevant to the job market.
Age discrimination? Don't let it put you off!
Yes, there are prejudices - but the reality is changing:
- The shortage of skilled workers is creating a lot of openness in companies
- Many employers value experience, reliability and loyalty
The important thing is: your age is not a flaw - but an added value. Use your life experience and show that you are open to new things.
Further training: Learn new things, increase your chances
If you have been in the same job for a long time, requirements may have changed - especially in the digital sector. You can reposition yourself with subsidized further training and specialist know-how.
Examples of suitable further training:
- State-of-the-art IT skills
- communication and Teamführung
- kaufmännische Grundlagen special Management-Skills
- Specialist qualifications and KI-Know-how
With a Bildungsgutschein the Agentur für Arbeit or the job center covers 100% of the costs - for example alle Weiterbildungen von alfatraining.
Application: How to be convincing at 50+
- Emphasize your experience and strengths
- Emphasize soft skills such as reliability, loyalty and the ability to deal with conflict
- Show that you are continuing to develop, e.g. through further professional training
- Emphasize your specialist knowledge and continue your education in a targeted manner
- Use a modern layout for your application
Tip: Use the application portfolio check from alfatraining to score points with modern application documents!
Use networks
Many jobs are awarded through contacts. Maintain your professional networks and talk openly about your job search.
Frag bei deinem Jobcenter oder der Arbeitsagentur nach Möglichkeiten der beruflichen Weiterbildung. You bring valuable skills with you and can expand these in a targeted manner through tailored further training.
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