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The future is bright for boomers between 45 and 64 who will account for a larger share of the labor force - with this group growing by more than 30 percent through 2006, according to the 1998-99 Occupational Outlook Handbook
Boomers who can apply scientific discoveries to the production of goods and services and solve technical problems will have plenty of opportunity for employment well into the 21st century.
Your job search will ideally involve a two-step process. First you'll want to identify your unique technical skill-set. And second, you'll want to identify the specific industry in which to apply your skills.
ComputerWorld's New Career Chart Toppers notes that more than ever before generalists with strong technology skills are in great demand. The article attributes this shift in focus to eCommerce which requires "multitalented professionals with skills in areas such as the Internet, networking, data security, data warehousing and 'sticky' Web content development".
The skills that are in highest demand include:
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports the three highest growth occupations through 2006 include: Database administrators, computer support specialists, all other computer scientists; Computer Engineers; and System Analysts. While Monster's Technology report confirms the importance of this new blending of Technology with Business skills.
It's not enough just to work with the equipment and software according to 95% of 1,500 CIOs who responded to a recent survey by RHI Consulting, a leading recruiter in the information technology community. They also look for well-developed "soft" skills such as business acumen and interpersonal communications abilities when evaluating candidates. Why? Because technology professionals support and interact with virtually every department in a company.
This is where the second step of your career search is critical. You'll want to market your technical skills to companies that you are most familiar with. Technology impacts virtually every industry. Some, like the computer industry, are much further along, but don't overlook other industries which are just beginning to emerge on the technological scene.
Leading growth industries through 2006 according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics will include Health Services, Management, Public Relations, and Transportation Services as well as Computer and Data Processing Services.
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