Job Search Advice for Over 50 Year Olds

Job Search Advice for Over 50 Year Olds

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TODAY'S TOPIC: JOB SEARCH ADVICE FOR OVER 50 YEAR OLDS
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Let's be honest, there are biases against older workers. Anyone who tells you otherwise is flat out lying. Even so, that doesn't mean it's hopeless. We just need to plan a bit better and recognize where and how to take advantage of our more vast experience.

Check out today's video for tips on the job search itself, resume writing, and interviewing. Together, this job search advice for over 50 year olds will get you to where you want to go!

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[andylacivita]

Folks, this video is now public and open for business! Please let me know what is ailing your job search! Also, make sure to SUBSCRIBE to my channel so you can stay up to date on new videos every Sunday and Tuesday as well as my WEEKLY (YES! WEEKLY!) LIVE OFFICE HOURS SESSIONS every Thursday. Hope to see you there!

[johnrangel]

58 years old and so desperate for a job I am ready to do desperate things. Worked all my life, the American dream is a nightmare.

[joepat]

Went back to school and graduated with honors 8 years ago at 53. When I was able to secure an interview it was because the interviewer thought I was in my 20's due to my graduation date. When I would meet the interviewer they looked at me like I was from Mars. It also shows how inept some of these recruiters are. I also took menial jobs in hope of moving up but when a position opened up I would be ignored and a young person just out of college would be hired. It is so sad and frustrating because I am unable to earn a decent living and will never be able to own a home again.

[dancalmpeaceful]

Oh..it's definitely real all right. I was at a job for 28.5 years and they shut down the plant (they were working towards laying me off anyway..kept getting low reviews and new young prick boss and I couldn't see eye to eye..on ANYTHING). When my severance ran out (which was quite good, thank God) and I started looking (I was only 54.5 years old), those interviews DID not come as fast as they used to. My son happened to be looking at the same time - he was 22. He received triple the amount of interviews I did. Happily, I am at a new job...not quite making as much as before (about 6 grand off)..BUT, it's very close to home (only 15 minutes drive and benefits are better...and I have a great boss...NOW). I found out part of the reason they hired me - all the YOUNG people would leave after 1.5 years. The big boss finally said, "Hire some OLD people...at least THEY'LL STAY.". So I"ve been there for 1.5 years...and I can see why young people do leave. The job is NOT easy, it's complex as hell, and somewhat stressful - although not AS stressful as my old job. Young people don't want to put up with this kind of thing from what I see. I"m going to try and hang on until I"m 62 or so.

[babyformula]

Don't give up...I worked somewhere for 20 years and resigned...Took a long vacation jumped back in line for a new job and got one 5 days after applying..It has weekends of and paid holidays..Its never over until u say so.

[swisstrader]

It’s definitely a thing. I’m over 60 and have to work twice as hard to find new work which is usually well below my prior roles.

[vickybiagini]

This woman I know retired at 67, and at 69 got hired at Walmart.

[caryhocker]

Andy, I think your advice on ensuring you are using up to date terminology is spot on, especially in my technology field. Thanks for another great video.

[determineddi]

How do you recommend getting references when you 1) haven't worked in a very long time or 2) aren't very outgoing and not in clubs or activities outside the home? Not everyone has a huge network of friends. I've found a lot of people are unwilling to help you find a job or vouch for you. Isn't it time to get rid of this "reference" requirement? Former coworkers and employers often have a no reference policy. It seems like everyone is afraid of being sued these days. Any thoughts?

[mariekatherine]

🙁 I no longer have a social network at age 61, having spent the last six years caring for elderly parents. So many of my friends have passed away and I had no time to make new.

[numberstimes]

Getting a job, just to live is a full time job. There must be a better way than this!

[SimpleMarketingAcademy]

That is so true! It's important for interviewers to realize that 50 is like 35 was, years ago!

[thurstonpowell]

I recall an interview that got me a job. Interviewer says " I see here you did poorly in response " Albert Einstein flunked Algebra" within two days I got calls from the department head, within a week the was hired.

[arizonanative]

Hi, Andrew… I watched this a few years ago. It’s been bumpy, but I did get a job. Anyway, have you updated this one? Thank you!

[lysarn]

Thank you Andy I am facing this now. Tough to get in the door

[jenniferhodge]

The AARP has a free job search for mature people and great resources for job searches and interviewing.

[Farmhouse]

I've been laid off a few times. As I get older it gets worse. I've done contract jobs, or I just create my own job. I get interviews but they see I am older and lose interest. My best advice is to create a side income, and apply to many jobs, this way you have a better chance. Use any and all methods, referrals, etc. I have never had to network. I just call agents, and search several sites each day. Get good reviews on your linked in acct. Adjust your resume, and check job sites daily. Don't give up and stay positive. Keep tech skills up to date and gain new ones. Use the free learning sites to improve your skills.

[maryestheraustin]

I am an abled service connected veteran over 50 with a service dog with a great skill set...but the BIAS is REAL!

[paulaannstewartTHANKFUL]

Thank you...from Montreal, Quebec, Canada!

[mye]

Thank you for the valuable tips. Unfortunately ageism is alive and well in today's job market. However, jobseekers, regardless of their age, must always remember that they are their own respective CEO with respect to their career. Everything you mentioned in the video is spot on, and reiterates the point that one must always have the drive and motivation to learn and be challenged. Thanks again for the video!