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> The sad reality is that if you’re over 50 you need to be applying to positions that are “age appropriate” which usually implies management. Nope. My LinkedI
by chernevik 4y ago
> The sad reality is that if you’re over 50 you need to be applying to positions that are “age appropriate” which usually implies management.
Nope. My LinkedIn dates me by college graduation date, but it still generates 2-3 inquiries a day for engineering roles. My background has certain trendy buzzwords and the recruiters are interested.
As far I can tell, employers are looking for skills and attitude, and don't much care about anything else.
Would a startup want me? Dunno, haven't tried in a while.
- scarface74 4y agoGetting messages from spammy recruiters is a poor signal about whether you will get hired. Recruiters cast a wide net. Anecdote: I’ve gotten messages from internal recruiters twice on LinkedIn from Amazon Retail about “exiting opportunities” - while working at AWS. It’s clearly stated on my profile where I work.