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Three Ways to Combat Ageism in Your Job Search

Three Ways to Combat Ageism During Your Job Search

Executive career consultant, Jen Morris, is the founder of the Fast Start Formula Career Course at Champlain College Online and offers career resources to Champlain students. Her latest advice is about the top ways to combat ageism during your job search. Watch Jen's video below to learn how ageism can affect job seekers of all ages and what you can do about it if you suspect you're being subjected to ageism during your job hunt.

Top Three Ways to Overcome Ageism

  1. Remove dates older than 10 years on your resume and online profiles.
  2. Be compelling, convincing, and share your excitement.
  3. Demonstrate that your skill set is up-to-date.

 

About the Author

Jen Morris, Executive Career Coach for Champlain College Online Students

Jen Morris

Career Consultant

Jen Morris is a former corporate executive with 15+ years of experience in recruitment and executive management. Jen provides private coaching and training to executive job seekers and working professionals looking to take their careers to the next level.

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