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I can't find a job at 57. I'm fighting feelings of humiliation and panic.
Gregory Brooks, 57, shared an essay detailing his job search challenges after resigning from a technology services job at a community college in May. He spoke about struggling with feelings of humiliation and panic due to age bias and the difficulty of restarting his career. To combat this, he pursued a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification while searching for roles on platforms like LinkedIn and Indeed.
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- I was made redundant at 57 despite a spotless career. I've applied for over 100 jobs since without any luck. This is the desperate step I was forced to take... there's so many in my position
- I'm 56 and struggling to find a job. I think employers can sense my desperation, but I wish they knew how capable I am.
- I'm 52 and can't find a full-time job. I wasn't prepared for the shame of no longer being seen as a viable candidate.