Curious to see if many people have looked at changing companies in their late 50’s and early 60’s. I’m amazed at the recruiting companies that are still calling even with the knowledge of my age based on my college graduation and YOE. Are companies hesitant to bring on someone new as a sales engineer/rep at this late a stage in their careers?

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We have lots of older folks at my company. When I was hired, at 40, I was the youngest person on my team (not anymore). Tight market for talent and some Companies willing to pay/reward for experience

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