Made it to 49 and employed in this biz without any layoffs but didn’t make it past the Pandemic and currently contracting while I figure out what’s next. Would rather continue contracting than work for another agency. Anyone else in similar boat?

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Laid off at 48 due to pandemic. Got a new FT gig 5 months later. Don't let the ageist crap get in your head. Sure, there is truth to it but you can't internalize it. You can and will thrive whether you choose to be FT freelance, contact or staff.

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Same. 50 and was laid off. I like the flexibility of contract but worry I won’t be able to make a living.

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Same here. I’m 40. Contracting now, making less but also working a whole hell of a lot less and frankly I’m happier.

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