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Posted by: Cheryle Johnson
I am applying for a management job at a newspaper right now. I have waited for a "power recruiter" to come back from vacation at a very popular newspaper in Orange county in California. He's located at the parent company an hour and a half away. This is my job from 1991. The responsibility is bigger now handling a town plus part of another town, instead of a town having 10 managers to handle the distribution of the newspaper. I find because the hiring is done over the internet it is done in bulk, and highly qualified individuals could easily fall through the cracks. This explains what I see when I go to the area hospital. I find nurses assistants who very young acting as physician assistants (PA's). I feel ripped off when they say nothings wrong with you, your ears just have wax. We can clean them out. There is no value in people anymore. It's all about money. This should not be.
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Posted by: LuAnn Kowar
Thank you for writing the 7 Myths. But, please understand these are myths that might affect the job-seeker. And, many of us, have disposessed ourselves of those notions, over time, signed-on for continuing education, bring enthusiasm and problem-solving into the workplace, and still find not even marginal stability, due to company practices for re-structuring. Re-structuring has replaced "down-sizing" as the corporate buzzword, but it is buzz for "hiring younger". You now need to write-up the 20 or so myths held by HR in Corporate America, and ask them to dispossess themselves of ageism, and restore an even playing-field for candidates across the working-decades. If you're not a manager, everywhere is skewed young for support staff.
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Posted by: Eugene Gregory
Thanks for the 7 myths. I am a 52 year old accounting professional, and have been unemployed since 2009. I have applied for so many positions I've lost count. I have had 2 interviews in 2 years, but no offers. It is unfair to be discriminated against for my age, and employers are passing over a deep pool of talent, one that possesses a strong work ethic, and a wealth of knowledge as well. When will it stop?
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Posted by: Gurudeva kalledevarpurada
Some of these myths are accurate : Especially the one regarding Work-Life Balance. Many employers have recognized that Work-Life Balance is essential for employee happiness, growth. That is good.Myth #4 is also great. That is employee must always be learning so that he/she will be considered an asset in front of the younger work force.
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Posted by: Zahra Husain
Thanks for the 7 Myths article. It gave me inspiration and helped me look outside "the box". I am an underemployed worker for the last 2 years.
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Posted by: Nathaniel James
Please post an article on how to overcome employers age discrimnation towards the 50& over crowd of unemployed professionals. Is anyone in congress initiating a bill to prevent "bad credit" from excluding you from consideration for employment? In this economy those of us unemployed over 6mos to 1yr have exhausted savings & benefits. However we still maintain our career expertise and good work ethics. We need anti-discrimination laws to be enforced in this area.
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Posted by: Patricia Long
I'm sure age-discrimination is a major factor in getting jobs today, as well as, credit scores. It would seem that employer's would NOT check these, due to long term unemployment factors. Nothing to fall back on, such as 401K, is a factor, as well. My husband and I are both professionals in manufacturing, and he has been looking for over a year, and I have been looking for a year. He gets interviews, but doesn't seem to be called to be offered a job, only some call just to tell him he was not chosen, or too overqualified, which makes us "sick". Why do employers not call and inform candidates, and the credit scores should be dismissed during this economic time. People have exhausted their unemployment benefits, thus, causing a show that economy is getting better. PEOPLE IT IS NOT!
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Posted by: Donna
Do you have advice for Robert, Lori, Valerie, Helena and Paul? How do we get employers to look past our grey hair?
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Posted by: Cara Lopez
In our community, age-discrimination is rampant. No one wants to hire experienced workers. They want newbies that they don't have to pay a decent wage. How can you make your resume age neutral so at least you stand a chance of getting a phone call? I haven't gotten so much as a phone call in over a year and I have put in hundreds of applications and resumes.
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Posted by: Patti Johnson
It was really a shock when I lost my job. The job market is fierce out there. It does seem to help that a person can use the Internet to at least have a fighting chance.
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Posted by: Will B.
I would like to point out some of the headwinds that seem to be keeping me from advancing in my 2 year jobsearch. Human resource professionals seem to use several tools to "pass" otherwise great potential candidates- first the credit check, if you have poor credit the resume gets tossed. Next the former employer they ask the question "would you hire this person back?" if company policy does not rehire former employees a "no" answer sends your application to circular file and finally-age descrimination
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Posted by: Fitsum G. Kebede
I read the article with great interest. Thank you.
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Posted by: Suzanne N.
I liked hearing these myths. I am considering a career change temporarily until I can finish school, but we still have age issues. My studies have been in accounting, Art, and Religion and my experience is in offices and teaching, but I'm getting lost in where to go. I'm being told take what you can get, and yet my heart says no. Work toward getting what you want, or know you would enjoy. I'm not young, but I'm not OLD either. But the workforce is starting to make me feel old. We're too young to retire but too old to get a decent Job? Schooling doesn't seem to help. Credit is becoming an issue, and how can you address that without a Job? I'm considering going to school for cosmetology and then work the rest of my way through college with it. And add on Home Decorating and Design. I'm being told not to, but I'm considering going against well intended people and follow my heart. What do you think?
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Posted by: Peter Z.
I love Outside sales! I get to compete with other reps in the market. I would recommend to anyone that has found a Career that they are happy about.Peter
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Posted by: Nancy S.
I liked your article about the 7 myths, but do you have any articles or advice for people over 60, with a lot of experience, looking for a job? I think this is my biggest hurdle to overcome and it doesn't take to much for any recruiter to figure out that I have to be older. I really would like to be a Personal Banker because I think My experience would qualify me for this, but on some of the banking applications you have to select the year you graduated from college and the list ends with 1960. I just pick 1960 even though I actually graduated in 1958, but if I don't select something, the applications will not allow you to "Save and Continue" on to the next page of their application. This is very frustrating!
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Posted by: Gloria M.
What happens when you are in love with what you do and can't imagine doing anything else? I thought after 14 years with a degree it would be easier to find a job once my company merged with another but it has been anything but that...I raised my children to a point that I was comfortable leaving them and went back to college so being older with 14 years of experience is not the same as being younger with the same experience. I am trying to think outside of the box but short of starting my own business I really enjoy the accounting profession...the almost 50 crowd.
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Posted by: Henry
As an unemployed 59 year old who is an American who has worked overseas for a considerable amount of his career, I find it extremely difficult to find work in the USA given todays economy. I think that employers really have to look at what people like myself have to offer to the employer, including maturity, discipline, willingness to learn, and other attributes which can be an asset to any employer. All I can say is to give us older folks a chance to succeed.
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Posted by: Kathryn Foster
Thank you for the important information on the 7 myths that could stall a career. I was unaware of these, and before I read them, I was believing in some of those myths. Thank you for helping me believe the truth. Sincerely, Kathryn Foster
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Posted by: Keiya Hood (Heard)
I wasn't going to read this, but this was a great inspiration thinking outside of the box and validates my career choices. I think my diversity makes me highly appealing. However, when I talk to my elders they always try to limit my abilities to one career model. Thanks!
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Posted by: Paul Crager
What about the over 45 crowd? There is no myth there. How do you get around that? Anyone know?
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Posted by: Helena Dewey
I lost my job in favor of younger people. Even though I have 8 years of experience as a Pharmacy Technician,I've been looking for work since February. Many employees are hesitant to seriously consider someone who is 60 years old as a new addition to their staff.
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Posted by: VALERIE GRANT
Thank you for the seven myths. I just started school to become a Medical Transcriptionist. This is my my 5th career change in my 55 years. But I am looking forward to it. only a year and a half to go.
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Posted by: Tamara Wolff
Thank you for the information. I too find it hard now a days to find a job. I have now been laid off for six months and still hitting it hard. I beleive there is something out there for me, even though in my middle age and excited to see what the future holds. Your advise about the myths were good for me to think about and I may be making some changes to my resume and thought process. Thanks again.
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Posted by: kathleen mcmahon
Great advice. These are difficult times. I'm just starting to think out of the box. Not sure where it will lead. The truth about recession proof job is that there is no such a job for educated middle class americans.
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Posted by: Diane Irving
Marcia,Thanks for the advice and the 7 career myths. I am guilty of think that I had to build a career in the field of course in which I went to school for. My professor once said I should have taken law. He felt I ask a lot of questions.
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Posted by: Berkley
Marcia,Thank you for a very timely article. I probably missed a few good opportunities by unconsciously acting in accordance with these 7 myths. Now that you have exposed these myths, I shall be ordering my life differently. Thanks again and keep up the good works.I would be very interested in the answer to LORI's question: How do you incorporate personal off-the-job experience into your resume?
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Posted by: LORI
Ok good advice. I would like know how to put personal experiences into my resume. In the past 2 years I have survived many trials : A murder attempt where I learned afterward about the legal system, Helped flush out a cheater where I learned a lot of detective skills. Managed the rebuilding of a house and funding there of from an insurance co. negotiating with CEOs and the like. I found I can work well under EXTREME pressure and be a Leader NONE of these are in my current resume. How in the world do I place all of that life experience plus more in my resume to tell all that I can really do?
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Posted by: Eric
I've been a nurse aide for 19years, but since June of 2008 when I injured my back and now unable to lift more than 25 pounds. I'm having to seek employment in a different field. Pushing pen to paper is not my style but hopefully I'll be able to overcome my fears and be gainfully employed one day. Thank you for the article.
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Posted by: Gloria OLander
I'd like to work in helping industries, like educational, health-related, or transportation fields instead of going back to the corporate world, where all my experience lies. I'm an older worker and find it difficult to make this transition. I was laid off from 2 companies in the last 2 years.
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Posted by: Kevan Peer
Thanks for the helpful articles.
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Posted by: Gloria
Thanks for all the good advice. I was laid off in December. I now need to get myself out there and look for a job. It's not easy with this bad economy.Sincerely,Gloria
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Posted by: Allen Hamilton
Dear Marcia;Great article and good suggestions. No matter what age I find that it is the experience, wisdom, education and knowledge presented with personality that makes the points. After all, what is the real product here? YOU! Each of us needs to get out of the grandstands and get onto the playing field. No helmets or pads just courage. Lots of successful plays with a few rejections always heading for the red zone. Then the touchdown. Happy New Year.My best,Allen
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Posted by: Michelle Preyer
Thanks for all the information on resume writing!
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Posted by: Michelle Preyer
Thanks for the tips on the seven myths to career building! It has been rough finding a good paying job in Michigan, I have really been trying, especially since I received my Masters! Do you know how that feels? Terrible!!!!Sincerely,M.R.Preyer
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Posted by: Robert
What about the silver hair crowd who have been out of the industry for 8 years?? Is there hope of getting back into communications??
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