SELF-EMPLOYMENT AND BABY BOOMERS - 10 TIPS FOR YOUR CLIENTS

The movement toward growth that characterized American industry for mu ch of this century has now changed to a trend of consolidation. Consol idation typically includes layoffs, reductions in force, and restructu ring. Such downsizing has caused baby boomers holding executive, manag erial and professional administrative positions to consider self-emplo yment opportunities. This article discusses how career counselors can assist these clients in evaluating and making the move from corporate America to self-employment.