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I took early retirement from the phone company back on '01...since then I've found a few jobs, and work until I get tired of them and move on. I'm free do do that now as I'm not looking for a career.

My philosophy is simple...the more hooks you put in the water, the more likely you are to catch a fish.

At times I've sent out a dozen resume's a week, at least. I usually - at least - get an interview. I would probably have gotten more of the jobs until they find out I'm over 60. I know, I know...age discrimination...but they have ways to get around that stuff too. If you put "Vietnam Era Vet" on the app, they know you're not a youngster anymore.

The 2nd thing is, don't rely solely on the job boards; think of what you'd like to do, find a company that does that, and send them an (unsolicited) resume'. They might toss it out, and they might be looking for a person with a proactive nature about them. A lot of companies don't openly advertise some jobs, but just bide their time until a suitable candidate "wanders in".

These have worked well for me...until obama was elected, I never had much touble landing a good job...now, there are not many jobs to land so employers are a little more picky. I can't blame them...it's a "buyers market" for him/her.

It really is unfortunate that Obama was elected. This is my first experience with job hunting and it’s been very frustrating, the only comfort I take is:
1. It will get better one day (probably in 4 years).
2. Obama will be out of work in 2 years.

Best of luck to you in your job search FRiend.