Everybody say "Age is but a number" Why don't employers give people over a certain age a change to show their worth?
I was a carer for 20+ years. I want to return to work. Somehow, I have become invisible. I updated my CV, and kept my skills up the best I can.
Is there anything else I can do?

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It's an employers market, unfortunately, so companies can afford to be even pickier than usual. With that said, age isn't everything and I'm sure you'll be able to find a role sooner or later. Maybe try connecting with a recruiter or using a paid resume writing service if you aren't getting any traction on your own.

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It is frustrating because experience should be seen as an asset, not a disadvantage. One thing that can really help is networking directly with people instead of only applying cold. When you build relationships first, people see your value beyond just your age or resume. Have you tried reaching out to companies or people you admire for informational chats?

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Maybe it’s their grammar

Each year hundreds of millions of new college grads are minted, but not hundreds of millions of jobs to match them all. This keeps happening year after year. Today's market is the result.

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