Hi Heygimm,
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Originally Posted by Heygimm
At my age, 61and 1/2, it isn't worth going back to school to learn what I'd need just to do some of the entry level jobs because I know I''m not sharp on all the Microsoft Office package stuff. And that is the type of work I want to do in a business office, doctor's office. Because I don't want to work retail hours. I can't recover the cost of school in a job making the wages they pay in this economy today. I can collect social security at age 66 and on Jan 1 too. So in dollars, I may work for only 5 more years, but could work longer.
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Are you saying you are looking for office work, but your skills are not very good in Microsoft office?
If I have understood your post correctly..... here's a few thoughts on that:
1. Have you looked into working with any of the temporary employment agencies that are out there?
Many of the agencies offer free training... where you can either learn Microsoft Office via the Internet (if you have a faster connection than dial-up) from the comforts of your own home or you can use their computers and take the tutorials.
2. If you are looking for office work... most places anymore are business casual.
Nice blouses, polo shirts, sweaters and dress pants will be perfectly acceptable. I have worked in a business casual environment for many years. I only own 1 suit (a pant suit) which I have used for job interviews, funerals, weddings and when the corporate Big Kahunas come into town for a visit.
Anyway... good luck to you. I am sure you will find something.