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I quit my job at 53 and feel like I can breathe again. My advice to older job hunters: Know your value.
Nicole Cicero, a 54-year-old sales representative in New Jersey, quit her IT staffing sales job after 15 years due to company culture changes and personal struggles, including menopause, and transitioned to a new sales role. She emphasizes financial planning and self-awareness for older job seekers navigating career changes.
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