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Employee Case Study: Francesca

Returning to work after retirement can be challenging, especially when years of valuable experience seem to be overlooked. After losing her husband, Francesca decided to reenter the workforce for a renewed sense of purpose, the opportunity to stay productive, and additional income.

Although she had a strong resume, Francesca felt her age was preventing employers from giving her a chance. She turned to City Personnel for help finding an opportunity where her experience would be recognized and valued.

Post-Retirement Job Search

Background

Francesca came out of retirement during a deeply personal time in her life. Following the loss of her husband, returning to work offered a way to regain structure, remain productive, and support herself financially.

She knew she had the experience and qualifications to contribute, but she needed an employer willing to look beyond her age and recognize everything she could bring to a position.

Challenges

Feeling Overlooked Because of Her Age

Despite having a strong resume and years of experience, Francesca felt that employers were hesitant to take a chance on her because she was returning to work after retirement.

Finding Opportunities That Matched Her Background

Francesca was not looking for just any available job. She wanted opportunities that aligned with her experience, abilities, and what she needed from this next stage of her career.

Navigating the Search Without Feeling Alone

Returning to the workforce can feel overwhelming. Francesca wanted a team she could trust, contact with questions, and turn to when she had concerns about an opportunity.

Approach

Listening to What Francesca Needed

The City Personnel team took the time to understand Francesca’s goals, concerns, and the type of work she wanted to pursue.

Searching for the Right Opportunities

Rather than submitting her for unrelated positions, the team looked for jobs that matched her professional background and experience.

Providing Responsive Support

Francesca knew she could call or email the team whenever she had a question or concern. She appreciated knowing that someone would listen and respond.

Continuing to Advocate for Her

Even when Francesca questioned whether a particular job was right for her, City Personnel continued to support her and keep her in mind for other opportunities.

The Results

Francesca gained more than help finding job opportunities. She found a knowledgeable, responsive, and local team that took her experience seriously and remained committed to her search.

When describing her experience with City Personnel, Francesca shared:

“The team was polite and very knowledgeable. They listened to what I needed and wanted, and they looked for jobs that matched my background.”

For Francesca, one of the greatest benefits was having a team she could depend on throughout the process:

“You have a great team you can call or email with any concerns, and they always respond.”

What stood out most was the team’s continued support, even when an opportunity did not feel like the right fit:

“City Personnel stayed with me even when I thought the job might not be right for me. They always kept me in mind.”

When asked what advice she would give other job seekers considering a staffing agency, Francesca’s recommendation was clear:

“Please go to City Personnel. You will not find a more dedicated team, and they are local.”

Francesca’s experience is an important reminder that age does not diminish the value, knowledge, or dedication a candidate can bring to the workplace. At City Personnel, every candidate deserves to be heard, supported, and considered for opportunities that recognize their strengths.

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