A lot of people over 50 get laid off and it’s difficult to get a job. I once walked into an interview, went through the pleasantries and “Oops something came up, We’ll call you to reschedule”. They never did. When I called to reschedule the next day they said they filled the position.
I think a lot of that would disappear once it is no longer routine for employers to offer medical coverage for their employees. In fact, the stupid Obamacare employer mandate has given companies a huge incentive to lay off all their older employees and replace them with younger ones.
My job evaporated at 54. Too young to retire.
I got my real estate license and went to work for myself.
Not making the same money, but I am not working at the whim of some 30 year old punk with no respect for experience.
I just had an interview. “You have a great resume, are you sure you want this entry level job”? Why would you want this job? Did HR talk to you if they’ll be able to pay you what you’re used to? I knew it was entry level, but I wouldn’t have applied if I didn’t feel I would do a good job. That interviewer wouldn’t even talk to me about what I can do for them. Didn’t give me a chance. Too old, too fat, too ugly. Some things like that, I don’t know.