what are the chances of a 60 year old woman with no experience(took care of family for 35 years)getting a job?

Answer 1

Who says you have no experience? You have managed a household, been a nurse, a childcare giver, run a catering and restaurant service, run a cleaning service, probably done some type of fund raising (maybe school) led children's activities (did you work in boy or girl scouts, ball teams, church activities), been a chauffeur, juggled errands, 3 meals a day and laundry, got the kids to school, endless errands for other people (customer service skills). If you translate your skills into bankable work skills, you probably are very capable. One of the things that you can do that will help you immensely though is to go to your local college/university or adult education service in your hometown and take some computer classes. Almost all jobs require some computer skills these days. You may already be adept at this, but if not, LEARN. Then, even if you don't need them at work, you will feel more confident interviewing because you will know that you are doing something positive for yourself. Employers like to know that people are updating skills and that you want to keep abreast of current skills. Your entry level job might not need them, but maybe you'd like more responsibility when you get your feet wet in the new job. Employers also are finding out that older workers make fewer excuses, and have a good work ethic (usually are not hung over on Monday after a party weekend, and do not have little ones for them to rush out the door in the evening to care for. There are lots of rewarding things to do at OUR age. I am 58, so I'm gaining on you! After being in the work world for many years I was forced to abandon my job for three years to care for my husband, mother and aunt, all of whom were in need of my help. My aunt passed away. My mother went to spend time with my brother for a while, and my husband got well so we can divorce like we planned before he became ill. That left me with a gap in my work life, and people who did not give me enough credit for what I had been doing since I had not been earning a paycheck. Rather than accept a job at 2/3 or less of what I had been used to making, I invented my own job. I combined the fact that I had been involved in 75 weddings with the fact that I had helped produce large trade fairs and started to produce my own bridal and home fairs. We are just getting off the ground but I think it can be very successful and we are enjoying it. My daughter is working with me and one day when I want to retire, I will walk away and leave her with an established business - or that is the plan anyway. What do you do best? Do you bake killer brownies, cookies, pies? Are you the most efficient housekeeper, organizer you know? Can you organize kitchens and closets? Do you know how to paint or wallpaper (many of us "homemakers" have acquired these DIY skills along the way). Can you work well with older people? Taxi people to the doctor, shopping, restaurants, etc (you've been doing this for 35 years, right?). Can you pick up little kids after school and take them to their activities, or maybe be a childcare giver in your home - childcare is expensive! Just think, be creative, and you will see that you have options and talents that you never realized. I hope things turn out wonderfully for you. We do not have to think of ourselves as "old" at this age. I am 58 and planning to work into my 70's because I, of course, want the money, but also because it is fun to be busy and productive. The most miserable I have been, even though I know I was doing good things for others, was the three years when I was out of the work world and felt like life was passing me by. I made a contribution to my family but I am more satisfied as a working person.

A friend of mine that I met in a divorce recovery workshop 23 years ago was a young woman - 35 or so whose husband had left her and her two sons for his 25 year old secretary. She had been out of the work world for 15 years, raising children, keeping house, taking care of her husband, etc. She went back to business school and took some office classes to help her qualify for a job. I saw her in the store one day and asked how the job search was going. She replied sincerely, "I just know God is going to find the right job for me". I was shocked at her comment, and replied, "Oh, no Jean, he won't! He expects you to do that yourself! (God helps them that help themselves). So, get going - this is your responsibility to find the right thing for you. You'll be proud of yourself, and your family will be proud of you and it will add a new dimension to your life. Don't worry if the only job you can get to begin with is a greeter at WalMart - nothing wrong with that - just be the best darned greeter they have ever had!

Answer 2

If that is what you want to do just go and try to get one and forget about the chances. A problem you will run into is you are close to retirement age and thus you would not be good for a long-term employee to some companies. Also, if one is not in the workforce it makes it very hard to get a job, the ones who already have jobs but want to get a different one get priority over those not currently working. Another element is how the economy is where you live, if there are alot of jobs you will have a better shot.

Answer 3

If you're looking for a way to make extra money (a little or a lot), meet new friends and a reason to get out of the house with no experience necessary then I may have the job for you!! :) Becoming a Mary Kay consultant will give you the opportunity to do all of that by making 1/2 of everything you sell, meeting new people and helping them feel good about themselves. Very low start up, VERY flexible and there are no territories and no quotas and no pressure to do more than you want in your business. (Great tax advantages too)

Answer 4

At the moment you have the same chance as everyone else due to the fact that the new law says you cannot be discriminated against because of age. So go for it .. Good Luck!!

Answer 5

nah trust me you didnt blow it with that sentence. im a girl and i love it when guys take control but i still found it very appealing when this guy first flirted with me then asked me for a kiss, and he was the kind of guy that also gave off the vibe as one that would take control or be a "leader of the pack". haha i know that sounds silly, but at least my honesty will help you to know that what you did was not that bad! and plus, did she still seem interested in you afterwards? im pretty sure she did right?

Answer 6

Good if she were able to accept employment with a retailer or fast food joint. A temp agency might be a great way for her to get into better companies.

Answer 7

excellent, but forget about health insurance. such ladies are very useful good employees that do not have kids at home, do not get drunk on weekend, do not have office romances, do what they are told and work cheep. walmart loves them. they are experienced and reliable, but get sick a bit much

Answer 8

If your British I advise you to see if there is a local B+Q near you.

They go out their way to take on older workers.


Good luck =)

Answer 9

Slim but possible. Depends on skill set and education level.

Answer 10

walmart. (isnt amerika great?)