Really appreciate you both engaging with this. The response has been eye-opening - seems like this experience is more universal than I initially thought. I'm curious what other coded language you've encountered in your own experiences or observations. 'Cultural fit' is another one that often masks deeper biases.
I'm definitely getting to the age where I hear that more often (both to me and my peers). Hopefully I don't have to apply to jobs any time soon, but your points are helpful to keep in the back of my head.
Really appreciate you both engaging with this. The response has been eye-opening - seems like this experience is more universal than I initially thought. I'm curious what other coded language you've encountered in your own experiences or observations. 'Cultural fit' is another one that often masks deeper biases.
At my age, it’s a struggle to even get a foot in the door because so many employers put an age limit on their job postings.
It's a struggle for sure. How are you breaking through?
I'm definitely getting to the age where I hear that more often (both to me and my peers). Hopefully I don't have to apply to jobs any time soon, but your points are helpful to keep in the back of my head.
Loved #1 and #4.
Excellent piece. I'm sharing it.
Thank you! Glad you liked it! Wasn’t sure it would hit.
It definitely did and I think it will resonate with many readers.