Over 40 & You're Hired!

“Robin Ryan has the inside track on how to get hired.”– ABC NEWS
 
If you are over 40 and struggling to land a new job, you’re not alone. It’s a whole new ballgame out there, so America's top career counselor has perfected a market-tested program to help you stand out effectively and appeal to employers amid age discrimination and floods of competition. In Over 40 and You’re Hired!, Robin Ryan draws on her 30 years of direct hiring experience, 20 years as a career counselor, and her extensive relationships with hundreds of recruiters, decisions makers, and HR professionals to give you the skills and tools you need to revitalize your career and secure a new, better-paying job. She covers:
 
     • How hiring has changed and what you need to do to compete
     • Ways to tap into the the 80% of all jobs that are never advertised
     • LinkedIn strategies you to need to use
     • Successful formats for creating a winning Resume and Cover Letter
     • Answers to tough interview questions
     • Effective strategies to overcome age discrimination
     • Proven salary negotiation techniques
     • Effective strategies to present yourself as the candidate to hire
     • Networking techniques to get in front of decision makers
     • Inspiration and motivation to foster your success!
 
“Targeted and strategic--a real winner."--  Business Radio Network
 
“Loaded with great tips and a valuable bonus section available only to book buyers.” – Long Island Press 
 
"If you use Robin Ryan’s advice, you definitely fly by the competition." -- KING-TV News
 
“Robin Ryan is America's leading authority on how to get hired in today’s job market.” --The Arizona Republic

 

Standard and Primary covers are widely available through general retailers. They often have higher print runs and can be cheaper, especially during sales.

In contrast, Direct Market (DM) and variant covers are primarily sold in comic shops. DM editions tend to have more limited availability and may be more valuable to collectors.

The main differences lie in artwork style, availability, price, and collector appeal. Ultimately, the choice between standard and variant covers depends on personal preference, budget, and individual collecting goals.

Comic book enthusiasts have various formats to choose from when collecting their favorite stories.
Here's a brief overview of the main types:

Omnibus

• Large, hardcover collections
• Usually contain complete runs or extensive story arcs
• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

Oversized Hardcover (OHC)

• Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

Hardcover (HC)

• Standard-sized hardcover books
• Collect 6-12 issues typically
• Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
• Priced around €25-€35

Trade Paperback (TP)

• Softcover collections
• Standard comic book size
• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

Other Formats

• Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
• Compendiums: Massive paperback collections
• Graphic Novels (OGN/GN): Original stories not previously released as single issues

The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs