I am 43 old, female, widow, with no money, no children, no job, totally depressed, completed B.tech comp.sc., 2009 passedout. WIth almost 12+ years of experience in Non-It (US mortgage process), i want to work in IT sector, is it possible at this age. Please advice

Ans: Congratulations on your upcoming retirement! It’s great that you have 33 years of experience in the IT sector. There are many job opportunities available for people over 60 in the IT sector. Here are some tips that might help:

Register on government portals: The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment’s Senior Able Citizen for Re-Employment in Dignity (SACRED) initiative enables senior citizens above the age of 60 to search for a job through a virtual platform 1. You can also register on other government portals such as 1 to find job opportunities.

Consider freelancing: Freelancing can be a good option if you’re looking for more flexibility in your work schedule. You can work from home and choose the projects you want to work on. You can also set your own rates and potentially earn more than you would at a traditional job.

Network: Networking is an important part of any career, and it’s especially important in the IT sector. Attend industry events and conferences to meet new people and make connections. You can also reach out to your professional network and let them know you’re looking for a job.

Update your skills: The IT sector is constantly evolving, and it’s important to stay up-to-date with the latest technologies and techniques. Consider taking online courses or attending workshops to update your skills.

Consider consulting: Consulting can be a good option if you’re looking for more flexibility in your work schedule. You can work on a project basis as a retainer or consultant. You can also consider starting your own consulting business.

Remember, finding a job that meets your requirements may take some time and effort. Don’t get discouraged if you don’t find the right job right away. Keep applying and networking, and you’ll increase your chances of finding a job that meets your needs. Good luck!

Ans: Dear Mr.Narendra

There could be freelance opportunity.pleaer search online for such platforms and register with them

All the best.

Ans: Hi, Instead of changing industry at this point in time i would recommend you to grow within your own company/industry. You have good experience, upskill and try to get into leadership roles.

Ans: Hello dear.
You did not mention in which course you completed your B.E. Yet I assume you might have completed your B.E. either in I.T. or CS or some computer-related engineering. Also it is not clear what is the relation of financial issues related to the working field. You are just 30! There are full possibilities that you can start working in the I.T. field. Only you have to revise what you have learned and what additional knowledge you have. Nothing is impossible in life. I would like to quote here that around 90% aspirants of in engineering do not pursue the field in which they have done engineering. Recently this fact was also for IIT graduates and the results found were surprising. Learn the new era techniques as early as possible. Keep in touch with some I.T. professionals and ask them about the industry requirements. Plan accordingly. It is just a job of 6-8 months to master the basic skills. Apply with full confidence to multiple I.T. companies at a time. Create your strong CV and attractive presence on the LinkedIn website. Remember, nothing is impossible in life. Best of luck for your upcoming future.
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