Doug Dickerson, Director AARP / North Carolina

Memo to Experienced Workers:

AARP is offering a unique way to advance in today’s tight job market with “Work Reimagined,” a social network-based jobs program that connects employers seeking experienced workers with qualified professionals searching for new or more satisfying careers.

Key elements of the multi-pronged “Work Reimagined” initiative include:

•  Advice and insights relevant to experienced workers in today’s job market
•  Access to current job openings with nearly 120 employers who have taken the Work Reimagined pledge, committing to treat all employees equally regardless of age.

Work Reimagined enables experienced workers to come together in an online community to share your views and help move through ‘what’s next’ career moments. It opens the way for access to workforce resources, as well as the opportunity to connect with other experienced workers in a peer-to-peer environment.

Dozens of forward-looking employers with some immediate hiring needs have signed a pledge to recruit across a level playing field when considering experienced workers. These firms are looking for a strong work ethic, maturity, and customer orientation that experienced workers bring to their employment. They have pledged to have:

•  Openness to the value of experienced workers;
•  Nondiscriminatory Human Resources policies;
•  Some immediate hiring needs at the time of pledge signing.

With the integration of LinkedIn information, qualified workers are put together in the same space with employers who value experienced employees.

Over the past decade, the digital world has transformed how most people look for a job. Today, Work Reimagined harnesses the power of social media to offer great opportunities for experienced professionals to connect, to access information and resources, and to leverage their professional network in pursuit of more fulfilling work and career.

Work Reimagined also offers job listings independent of LinkedIn, as well as articles, columns, tips and tools to help people navigate today’s workplace. The service is especially valuable in a difficult economy that finds many professionals unemployed for a year or more.


Best Employers for over 50

Among the employers that have taken the “Work Reimagined” pledge are Scripps Health, the top finisher last year in AARP’s Best Employers for Workers over 50 program; Toys R Us, Inc.; Dollar General; United Health Group; Lowe’s, AT&T, A10, Clinical Solutions, BB&T, Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina, MANNA Food Bank, North Carolina Division of Aging and Adult Services, Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina, Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest North Carolina, Wake Technical Community College, Winston-Salem Industries for the Blind, Winston-Salem Urban League.


What’s Next?

“For me? Figuring out how to marry work and play.”

“I’m ready to switch fields or even start my own business.”

“I’m ready for more happiness at work.”

Your next act could be your best yet!

Sign up or sign in with your LinkedIn account for personalized job listings, relevant news and dynamic discussions that will help you redefine success — on your own terms.

To get started, simply visit: http://workreimagined.aarp.org