Ask the Experts: Sharpen Your Job Skills While Looking for Work - AARP Bulletin

Sharpen Your Skills While Looking for Work

Q. I've been out of work for more than a year. How can I keep my skills sharp while I continue to look for a job? A. Convincing prospective employers that your skills are up-to-date may be one of your biggest challenges. Consider taking classes at a trade school or community college to upgrade your skills. You could also keep your experience fresh by volunteering, consulting or doing freelance work. Stay current with developments in your field by reading the latest journals. Does your profession have an association? If so, join it. These groups often provide continuing education, seminars and networking events. Some even offer price breaks to unemployed members. Expert: John Challenger. Carole Fleck is a senior editor at the AARP Bulletin. Cancel You are leaving AARP.org and going to the website of our trusted provider. The provider’s terms, conditions and policies apply. Please return to AARP.org to learn more about other benefits. Your email address is now confirmed. You'll start receiving the latest news, benefits, events, and programs related to AARP's mission to empower people to choose how they live as they age. You can also by updating your account at anytime. You will be asked to register or log in. Cancel Offer Details Disclosures

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