Remember, finding any job, full, part-time or temporary, is a fulltime job!
Use the links below as a fast and convenient way to search the Internet for jobs on-line and connect to many age-neutral employers in Maine. Did you know that 65 to 70% of the jobs available are not be even listed on line or in any print media like newspapers?
Recent statistics from the US Department of Labor shows that about 80% of the advertised jobs are from staffing agencies. These agencies are underutilized by people looking for work and many employers yet their computer and Internet expertise makes them a natural employment resource.
Lastly, network everywhere you can from volunteering to attending community events.
WAIT A MINUTE!
So you’ve decided to get a job. You're proud of your experience and expect employers to hire you in a minute. From what you’ve seen around your town you’re just what many businesses need to make more money and become more successful. By the time you’re done, they’ll be clamoring to hire you. WAIT A MINUTE! ENOUGH ALREADY!
Why do we think, just because we’re older and have experienced so much, we’re so much smarter and valuable? Yes, we have learned a lot. Yes, we have had many experiences. Yes, we can become a good employee. But first we need to look at ourselves and how we'll fit in to a new company job. We hear complaints about the attitude of young people toward work. What about our own attitudes?
It makes no difference what kind of a job it is, the employer deserves respect. The wrong attitude on our part will only alienate everybody in the business from owner, manager to the rest of the staff. It’s so easy to make the wrong impression. If you have that much to contribute then use some of the other skills you’ve learned – start with patience and understanding. The exceptional person doesn’t just tell everyone what to do, they inspire people. Encouragement is by example. Decisions are made through collaboration.
Yes we’re seasoned and deserve respect, but these new people don’t know that. Just like every other part of our lives and reaching maturity, we need to earn respect. That means giving as well as receiving appreciation. Whatever you do decide to do go easy and have fun with it.
Many different kinds of services and resources exist that can be helpful in finding a job regardless of age. To access the information available on this page just click on the individual listings and you will link to their web sites.
NOTE: If you are an employer or offer employment services let us know and we'll add your link.
Below are several helpful web sites we recommend as sources of information about jobs and the workforce in Maine. These sites are also Age-Neutral Employers.
NOTE: If you live outside the area check state and local newspapers, state employment agencies, private employment agencies and search the web.
Listed below are several employers who have age-neutral employment programs in place. There are dozens of other companies that are joining the movement toward age-nuetral policies in their employment practices. Employers adopting age-neutral policies are seeing improved reliability and loyalty from their workforce.
NOTE: Contact us if you want your business included on the list.