"I have submitted upwards of 500 applications to a range of jobs since starting my job hunt. I'm looking at manager positions, all the way down to roles that require five years of experience. It's always great when I get a phone call from a recruiter, but when it's on a video, they can see I have gray hair - and I realize that may be hindering me."
"It's always great when I get a phone call from a recruiter, but when it's on a video, they can see I have gray hair - and I realize that may be hindering me. I think there's a perception that if you're older, you are technology-ignorant, and in this market you can't be. They forget that if you want to learn something you can."
Elizabeth Davis was laid off from Broadcom just over a year ago, where she worked in internal communications and employee engagement. She began searching for work in October 2024 and has submitted more than 500 applications for roles ranging from manager positions to jobs requiring five years of experience. Initial interviews often go well, but outcomes frequently stall or offer far lower pay than her prior salary. Video interviews reveal her gray hair, and she faces comments about coloring it. She sees age as an asset and refuses to change her identity to secure employment.
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