Am I Too Old for This Job Market?

In a world where career paths are no longer linear, the decision to switch careers later in life is a bold and increasingly common choice. Contrary to conventional beliefs, those of you who embark on this transformative journey in your later years often wield a distinct advantage that sets you apart in the professional arena.

1. Rich Tapestry of Experience

When you decide to switch careers later in life, you bring with you a rich tapestry of experiences. These varied life experiences, both professional and personal, contribute to a unique perspective and a depth of understanding that younger counterparts may lack. This wealth of experience becomes a valuable asset, allowing career switchers to approach challenges with a seasoned and nuanced outlook.

2. Refined Interpersonal Skills

Years of navigating diverse work environments and engaging with people from different backgrounds hone interpersonal skills, and you likely excel in communication, collaboration, and conflict resolution. Your ability to build meaningful professional relationships is a valuable asset, fostering a positive and productive work environment.

3. Proven Adaptability

Switching careers later in life requires a significant degree of adaptability and resilience, and undertaking this challenge demonstrate a willingness to embrace change and learn new skills. This adaptability is a powerful trait in today's dynamic job market, where industries evolve rapidly, and employers seek candidates who can pivot seamlessly.

4. Clear Sense of Purpose

Having had time to reflect on your passions and priorities, you are more likely to pursue careers aligned with your true interests and values, and you have a clearer sense of purpose. This alignment contributes to greater job satisfaction, productivity, and longevity in your chosen field.

5. Commitment to Lifelong Learning

The decision to switch careers later in life reflects a commitment to lifelong learning, and you likely tend to be proactive in acquiring new skills and staying current with industry trends. This dedication to continuous learning not only benefits you personally but also positions you as a valuable asset to employers seeking adaptable and informed professionals.

6. Professional Network

Years spent in the workforce leads to the development of extensive professional networks, and you can leverage these connections to your advantage. A well-established network provides valuable insights, mentorship opportunities, and a platform for exploring new career paths. The strength of these connections often becomes a key factor in their successful transition.

7. Strong Work Ethic

Years of professional experience instills a strong work ethic, built on a foundation of discipline and commitment, setting you apart as a reliable and dedicated contributor to any team. Employers value individuals with a proven track record of hard work and perseverance.

Embracing the Advantage

While switching careers later in life may seem like a daunting task, it comes with a unique set of advantages that should not be overlooked. The combination of experience, adaptability, a clear sense of purpose, and a robust professional network positions older career switchers as valuable assets in the workforce. Rather than viewing a career change later in life as a challenge, it's an opportunity to bring a wealth of expertise and a fresh perspective to new professional horizons.

Now get out there and make those connections that lead to casual meeting, interviews and offers!

Please reach out to me directly at [email protected] if you'd like a boost to your current business or career, or a shift into something completely different. After all, business and career coaching is what I have a couple of decades of experience with, using my many years in executive search as a compass to navigate the often-treacherous waters of a job search! Connect with me, you'll be thrilled you did!

I’m honored to have been recently selected as the NYC Chapter Director for the Sports Philanthropy Network, a non-profit organization dedicated to building a Pipeline of Philanthropy through our Chapters, Task Forces and Sports Philanthropy Academy.?

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We empower athletes/influencers, business executives, and nonprofit leaders to leverage the transformative power of sports for social impact. We support other nonprofits by providing education and professional development training to help them maximize their community impact.

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We draw from our rich experience and years of expertise to connect nonprofits with athletes who can amplify their outreach, impact, and fundraising campaigns dedicated to corporate social responsibility.

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Together, we foster social impact in chapters nationwide.

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The New York City Sports Philanthropy Showcase will be held on Monday, December 4, 2023 at Minton's Playhouse, 206 West 118th Street, NY, NY. Come check out NYC's oldest jazz club which has newly reopened.??Doors open at 6:30 pm.

Join the Sports Philanthropy Network and pro athletes for an impactful event and a great time!??We will be highlighting sports nonprofits that are making a positive impact on communities through the New York Metropolitan Area.

SPORTS PHILANTHROPY SHOWCASE

The goal of the Sports Philanthropy Showcase is to bring together sports organizations, current and former athletes, community sports nonprofits, sports business professionals and the business community. We strive to build stronger, healthier and more inclusive communities through sports.?

We focus on supporting organizations that fit one of our three guiding principles: 1) Health and Safety; 2) Sports Access; 3) Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.

We raise funds to provide scholarships, professional development programs, board and staff trainings and workshops. We hope you support our efforts, allowing us to expand our programs and efforts to improve our communities.

Make sure to buy your tickets here for a great evening supporting an important mission:

Sports Philanthropy Showcase: New York City | Humanitix

Please reach out to me at [email protected] to hear more about SPN and how you can help!

Networking in the Win Again Clubroom

The Win Again Clubroom platform is revolutionizing virtual networking because of the “live event” experience it emulates and the ease with which you can meet others and take your businesses and careers to a whole new level!

See why we've had 1000+ impressive athletes, entrepreneurs, business owners and executives attend our Clubroom events which have led to over $1.5 million in deals!

If you haven't been to the Clubroom, you'll be amazed at how easy it is to move table to table, speaking with whoever you want, whenever you want, not being stuck in breakout rooms here!

Develop valuable relationships that become collaborations - it's been such a great way to expand our networks!

For those of you who have, feel free to bring a friend or three who you believe could use an upgrade in their circle of connections!

Read more about it here: https://www.winagainacademy.com/the-clubroom

Our Next Clubroom Event

Raise your hand if you feel you have enough people in your network.?

I usually think I do. But...are they the right people?

One thing I do know...

If you want to meet more of the right people, join the?Win Again ?community and?be one of the more than 1000 amazing folks who have attended a previous Clubroom event?as part of the incredible virtual interactive platform that blows away all others.

Join us on?Tuesday November 28th, 1pm ET,?and be a part of our next?Business and Sports Networking event in the Clubroom, just use the link below to register, and we'll see you there.

Register here for Business and Sports Networking in the Clubroom:

https://www.dhirubhai.net/events/business-sportsnetworking-creat7132761407296561152/

30 Seconds with Mark

Everyone has their own perspective.

Have you ever tried looking at something from someone else's perspective?

We often forget to, but it's important to take note of others' perspectives in business, when giving a presentation, or negotiating an offer.

This will allow you to appeal to your audience and make it more likely for you to succeed.

Go get 'em!

Be sure to check out the Win Again YouTube channel for more quick tips!

Win Again Assessments

Are you ready to launch a new chapter in life, and need the guidance, tips and strategies to truly catapult you forward?

Then let's partner up!

I'm certified in offering valuable assessments that feature Axiology, the study of values.

Wait until you see how they highlight not just your strengths and how to leverage them, but also some of the things that you could use some work on.

Ask to see a sample report, you'll be amazed at how thorough and accurate they are!

Whether you are a graduating student, a seasoned professional, a retiring executive or member of our military, or a current or retired athlete, there are assessments that fit your background and future careers and businesses.

Check out a few of the most valuable and insightful assessments here: https://www.winagainacademy.com/assessments

Reach out to me directly at [email protected] .

WIN AGAIN! - The Job Search Playbook

WIN AGAIN! The Job Search Playbook, is filled with over 150 pages of my proven WIN AGAIN methodology, where you’ll discover how to define your true identity outside of being an athlete, plan your path towards an ideal job and business and work towards it. You’ll turn strangers into allies and grow your network as you position yourself for meetings and interviews, negotiate offers, and anticipate your prospective client's or employer’s needs.

WIN AGAIN helps you transition from the playing field to the boardroom. Yes, there’s competition in the corporate world, but you’re used to competing.

You’ve already got an edge!!

You can join the WIN AGAIN social media pages, its LinkedIn Group, Facebook page and follow on Twitter to be able to access exclusive content just for you.

ABOUT ME

Combining my passion for sports and a desire to help others succeed, I founded Win Again, where current and former athletes can discover their identity beyond sports, develop the structure needed to succeed again, and receive the tips, strategies and actionable advice that allows them to WIN AGAIN and be elite in their next great career. Over the past 20 years as a business advisor and career coach, I have guided athletes and executives, holding them accountable during their transition.

The Win Again Clubroom events, "Make Your Mark" podcasts, and MYM Live webinars highlight athletes who are making a positive impact post-playing career, and my book “Win Again!” is a job search playbook for athletes, equipping them with strategies needed to land their ideal job or boost their entrepreneurial ventures.

As a graduate of Colgate University and a longtime Manhattan resident with my wife, kids, and Duke, I enjoy playing ice hockey, softball and golf, along with the guitar and piano.

Reach out to me anytime and let me know how I can be of service!

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