Second Career and Making a Difference
For those of you thinking of a new career and making a difference there are many nonprofits within five miles of your home. Check out www.guidestar.org and type in your zip code.
The largest area where there are plenty of paid positions across any field of experience is in the health and human services field. For positions check out www.idealist.org, www.craigslist.org and www.nonprofitjobs.org.
Be patient, read carefully and look at what the organization offers you to meet the goals you wish to achieve in the next career. Use the interview to probe and ask the tough questions. Think of yourself as interviewing the organization to meet your needs.
Organizations whom are willing to be questioned by candidates will find an employee that understands what they have committed to and know the expectations for both parties.
