Most people under age 45 are familiar with computer
technology, its software and hardware and for those
who are blind or visually impaired, the adaptive technology like JAWS, WindowEyes, ZoomText
etc.
But for many adults over 50, working on the computer
can be daunting and scary. They may even have problems
doing the simplest of things like e-mailing or doing
spreadsheets because computers were not introduced
until they were adults.
I've worked on a computer for more than 20 years.
However, just recently with a new computer, I am having
to learn JAWS. Luckily I have a tutor from the
Canadian Institute of the Blind who comes to my home
to tutor me, but I will admit it's been rough going.
I have had to literally forget, for the time being,
everything I knew how to do on the computer, to learn
JAWS. It's taking me awhile but I am finally learning
it and can see what a help it is.
Business now require computer literacy for cash
registers, answering e-mails, merging mailing lists,
doing desk top publishing and so much more. However,
you are never too old to learn and they can indeed
teach us old dogs new tricks. Being computer literate
is just part of business nowadays, of almost
everything, so don't be afraid to learn new programs,
new ways of doing things from the way you've done it
previously.
Learning something new also helps keep your brain
engaged which can stop dementia or Alzheimers
according to neurologists and brain research
scientists. So no matter your age, keep learning and
don't stop because you've finished school or done the
same job forever. In the current economy, knowledge
is indeed power and with that power you can find work
in new places.
As you learn new things please consider sharing your
experiences with eSight so that we can pass them on to
other member of the community.
James J. Elekes, M.Ed, MPA, CPM writes, "...Since we
all know at least one other individual seeking a
career, I thought I'd pass this information along.
1) In case you haven't noticed, going to multiple job
sites looking for leads can become pretty tedious.
One way to avoid all the grunt work that I think
is pretty cool is a service offered by MyJobHunter.
They provide you with daily search results from
loads of job boards so that you don't have to go to
all of them. This service:
- SEARCHES: All the top career sites at once.
- FINDS: All new jobs matching your criteria.
- APPLIES: With your resume to new matching jobs.
- PERSONALIZES: Your cover letter for each job
application.
- REPORTS: A history of jobs you've applied to.
Learn more about it at
http://www.myjobhunter.com/faq.php
2) You may wish to take a few minutes and upload
your resume to Executive Search Online
http://www.executivesearchonline.com/
3) Another site for Mid and Sr. Management
candidates seeking new positions is 6FigureJobs
I strongly encourage you to use this site as it
updates more frequently than most in this
category. You will find it at:
http://www.6FigureJobs.com
4) By allowing employers to post their jobs for free,
you get access to more jobs than many other sites
offer. The Ladders is a fee based service but, the
information is extremely useful. Individuals
who've followed my recommendation generally
sign-up for 6 months of service but, if you don't
want to, at least register for the basic one where
you get some access to emails and their newsletter.
Make a stop and register with TheLadders:
http://tinyurl.com/5bl4uc
5) Search4ManagementJobs is a free site where you can
search for positions at a manager level and above.
As I consolidate my Career Search Reference files,
I'll be sure to pass additional options on. Please
feel free to share widely, as appropriate as I'm
sure we all have many colleagues and friends who
are having a tough time in the present economic
climate.
Make a stop at:
http://www.Search4ManagementJobs.com
Michele Techman wrote to tell us that the Chicago
Tribune Career Fair will take place Wednesday,
February 11th. You'll find details in eSight's
Resource Sharing at
http://www.esight.org/link.cfm?n=1521
A New York Career Fair will take place on Wednesday,
February 18 from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the Radisson
Martinique On Broadway Hotel. It is located at 49 West
32nd Street in New York City. Details at
http://www.esight.org/link.cfm?n=1532
The sponsoring company lists their job postings at
http://nycity.regionalhires.com/
If you are not in NYC, enter your zip code or city
and state to find jobs near you at
http://regionalhires.com/
And last but not least are job listing that you will
find in classified sections of local papers. One of
our favorite sources for New York City nonprofit,
advocacy and government work is City Limits. You can
search their job posting at
http://tinyurl.com/blg6ex
We also want to hear from you. So please e-mail us at
MemberServices@eSight.org with your comments,
questions and suggestions and take part in the weekly
online discussion by responding to the question of
the week.
What new resources have you found helpful either to
learn new skills or to look for work?
Please share your favorites at
http://www.esight.org/link.cfm?n=1531
Read all the postings at
http://www.esight.org/link.cfm?n=1530
Invite your friends and acquaintances to
submit their comments at
http://www.tabinc.org/net/
Liz Seger
Facilitator
eSight Careers Network(tm)
http://www.esight.org/
PS: Congratulations, RoseMarie on your latest
test results. We all knew you could do it!
eSight Resources
Community News
In memory of Pat Price
http://www.esight.org/link.cfm?n=1522
Braille Essay Contest will Encourage Braille Usage
http://www.esight.org/link.cfm?n=1524
US Business Leadership Network Commends President
Obamas Disability Agenda
http://www.esight.org/link.cfm?n=1525
Social Security Expands Fast-Track Disability
Processes http://www.esight.org/link.cfm?n=1526
CBVH (Commission for the Blind and Visually
Handicapped ) New York State Open Forums
http://www.esight.org/link.cfm?n=1527
New York State Office of Children And Family
Services Announces Increase In Job Placements For
The Legally Blind
http://www.esight.org/link.cfm?n=1528
Accessible Credit Reports
http://www.esight.org/link.cfm?n=1529
Wal-Mart Foundation to Sponsor Web Site for Exchange
of Braille Reading Materials
http://www.esight.org/link.cfm?n=1523
Commissioner Astrue Asks Governors to Exempt State
Disability Determination Service Employees from
Hiring Restrictions
http://www.esight.org/link.cfm?n=1534
Read all Community News postings at
http://www.tabinc.org/blog/
Resource Sharing
http://www.esight.org/view.cfm?x=1982
Job Postings
http://www.esight.org/search_jobs.cfm
Resources for Job Hunters
http://www.esight.org/job_resources.cfm
Networking Forum
http://www.tabinc.org/net
Job Seeker's Network
http://www.tabinc.org/jsn/
Archives for eSight NetWork News
http://www.tabinc.org/cgi-bin/enn.cgi
Share Your "Aha! Moment."
It's another form of virtual
mentoring for our eSight community.
http://www.esight.org/link.cfm?n=1297
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