[il-talk] Career and Education

[Cathy Randall]

Hi Bruce,
  Please call my cell phone, 217-257-1531.
                                                                             
    Thanks,
                                                                             
    Cathy
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Cathy Randall
217-243-3529

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Bruce C. Paul" <brucecpaul at yahoo.com>
To: "il-talk" <il-talk at nfbnet.org>
Sent: Tuesday, April 16, 2013 11:14 AM
Subject: [il-talk] Career and Education


Hi All,

I could use some advice on how to approach [re]education after being out of 
the work force for a bit. One of the job interviews I had recently made me 
realize how rusty I am. I managed to forget some skills I used to use every 
day. This did not feel good.

I still plan to apply for jobs in my area of interest. However, I see the 
world changing and my previously stated focus on Chicago and Seattle will 
probably have to also include New York, which will also increase the 
competition. Do any of you know any success stories related to this type of 
career changing? Does anyone know of any support groups I could contact? 
Frankly, my recent experiences have made me realize how isolated I have 
become, relative to industry. I do try to keep current on what's the latest 
trend, but I don't really use the MeetUp groups I attend for much more than 
practicing my social skills. Further, when no one takes you seriously to 
begin with, one doesn't really get exposed to many exciting opportunities.

Trying not to become Gatsby.

Your fellow federationist,
bcp
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