Ep 3. Senior Family

The Fairy Jobmother Season 1 Episode 3: Senior Family

In this episode of The Fairy Jobmother, host Hayley Taylor meets a family of four - a mother, father, and two adult children who are all struggling to find employment. The twist? The parents are both in their 50s, and are facing difficulties finding work because of their age.

As Hayley begins to work with the family, she quickly realizes that their situation is more complicated than she initially thought. The parents have been out of work for several years and have become disheartened and disenchanted with the job market. The son is also struggling - he's been in and out of jobs for the past few years and can't seem to find stable employment. The daughter is the only one who is currently employed, but is underutilized and underpaid in her current position.

Throughout the episode, Hayley works with each family member individually to address their specific issues and find a way to get them back on track. She starts by helping the parents update their resumes and teaching them how to network in their community. She also introduces them to a job fair specifically designed for adults over 50, where they can connect with employers who are specifically looking for more mature candidates.

Meanwhile, Hayley helps the son identify his strengths and interests, and works with him to explore different career options. She also contacts several potential employers on his behalf and sets up interviews for him.

For the daughter, Hayley works with her to boost her confidence and help her negotiate a raise at her current job. She also encourages her to start looking for positions in her field that offer better pay and more opportunities for growth.

As the episode progresses, the family members all start to see real progress. The mother and father both receive job offers thanks to the job fair and their new networking skills, while the son lands a position at a local factory that he's excited about. The daughter manages to get a significant raise in her current job, but also lands an interview for a higher-paying position at a different company.

By the end of the episode, the family is in a much better place than they were at the beginning. They're all employed, and their confidence has been restored. The parents are happy to be back in the workforce, and the children are excited about their new opportunities. Most importantly, the family is grateful for Hayley's help and the new sense of hope that she's brought into their lives.