Retired too soon? How to re-enter the job market without skipping a beat

January 24, 2021

Unsure what kind of work might appeal to you? Expand your network and strike up conversations.

“Use social media tools to see what’s out there and what has changed,” said Maria Heidkamp, director of program development at the Heldrich Center for Workforce Development at Rutgers University. “If you’re interested in a certain industry, follow people posting articles [in that field] and comment on them. Join industry groups and meetups.”

Marketwatch, January 22, 2021

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