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I meet all your criteria, and have a few more years than you mentioned. It’s possible. I’m still working. You’ll need fresh stuff in your portfolio. Relying on those print ads that won the trophies 25 years ago won’t cut it. You’ll want to take dates of schooling off your LinkedIn profile, and maybe delete any jobs from pre-2000 of your resume. Touch up your grays. Granted I’m not working on the glamorous stuff these days, but I’m ok with that.
This is solid advice. I tell people all the time to start saving, and make sure they have at least 9 to 12 months of expenses in the bank. Because it’s not a matter of IF you get laid off, but when. People also need to live below their means. Too many of my friends bought houses that were too big, expensive cars too frequently, and wasted money on stupid things. And now they wish they hadn’t because they don’t have enough savings to see themselves through a layoff.
How old are you guys now? This industry ages you out quickly regardless of resume unless you are one of the top 5-7 white male leaders.
You’re better off pivoting to brand-side once you get into your 40s.
I’m a 56 year old female. I’ve had a target on my back for over a decade. But I’m still here. And every one of us who stays here makes it better for the women AND men coming up in our industry. Fight ageism by staying current, staying up on tech, staying curious and passionate, and staying in the game.
RGA a top agency huh