I was able to relate to the article on an unfortunately personal level. My own layoff was in October 2002, and I have yet to find anything beyond occasional consulting/freelance work in my field, marketing communications.
The only saving grace for my family is that my husband is still employed with access to affordable health insurance for both of us.
The obvious conclusion the article seemed unwilling to draw from the examples used is that all are over 40; most, like myself, are over 50.
For those of us in that demographic, it is extremely difficult to find work these days, despite how vital we may feel, no matter how young we may appear, no matter how up-to-date our various skill-sets may be.
Ageism is alive and well in this economy, whether you’re willing to say it out loud or not.
I’m only 51 years old, and I never thought I’d feel this old this young.
