I'm 57 years old. Why doesn't anyone want to hire me for any kind of full time job?
546768
I know it's not right but some companies don't have paid benefits for part time employs, at your age they may consider you an insurance risk......\nSome companies you must work 1000 hrs. part time  before they make you full time to see if your going to work out there or pull your weight........\n\nI work at a warehouse store...... \nThey hire older people like yourself full time so they have insurance,  but if you abuse it they have know problem firing you!!!!\n\nWhat was your last job????\nWhat can you do?????\nAre you looking for full time for insurance????
36630
In some cases, because younger people are willing to work for less, and the pre-conceived idea that someone just out of school is a better candidate. But, and I speak from experience, if you show interest in keeping up with and learning new things, computer programs, etc... and if you have lots of energy, it's not that bad. Next time I will post my personal list of why an employer SHOULD hire an over 50 employee.
248067
Most people don't hire at that age with out a work permit. But you could try a bus boy or girl or something. Good luck.
75307
I am older (over 40), but I think most of the people have limited life experience.  The questions show it.
141483
As with anyone post your resume.  I am 54 and considering entering the job market again.  I personally don't think it's feasable right now.  Monster.com is an excellent place to check hot jobs.  Good luck and may God Bless.
528315
Because by the time you get to be fifty, you are SET in your ways and ideas and not easily changed. Because of this, it is hard for two fifty year old people to get together and work out indifferences. I know, I'm 47 and can't find anyone like me!
430701
If you don't know, your not the right person to be doing it.\nFind a new job!\n\nMcDonald's is always hiring
388516
Both are going to be a bit difficult, although not impossible.\nWork, it depends upon your qualifications and your abilities. It may be tough to find an office job. Corporate america is a bit discriminatory in this nature, as they do not particularly like highering anyone above the age of 50. Generally the stereotypical notion is that they are behind the times and near retirement. I know the government has stepped in to try put an end to this, but how effective they've been is anyone's guess. However, with this in mind, there are still places that you can work. Should you decide to (without wanting to sound like an ass) there are the big grocery chains, drug stores, etc. They're always highering, like i said it just depends on your qualifications.\nI'm not quite sure where you would need to go to find love, keep your eyes open in the town that you move into, look for events in and around your town. Those are the best places to meet people, chances are theres plenty of people in your shoes and you'll find somebody.\nAll things considered, none of what your wanting to accomplish is impossible, will just require some effort and determination. Best of luck to you.
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Background checks are a necessity to protect the company and the customers. \n\nI believe older applicants are less likely to be hired because the employer sees someone that is more likely to be absent from work due to illness rather than looking at them as someone with loads of experience and maturity. There are also those employers that like to train employees to their way of thinking, and that is easier done with a 20 something than someone that has been around and is more set on doing things their own way. \n\nI am not saying this type of generalization is right, but these are the reasons I have seen used to justify hiring someone younger... that might happen to be pretty and stupid or just pretty stupid!
376598
It's your age.  I had the same experience when I was your age.  Of course you already know it is unlawful for employers to inquire your age, but there are other ways they can figure this out.  Your resume is the main source.  What I learned was to take all dates out of my education.  Simply stating the institutions is enough.  Second, take out all job history that doesn't pertain to the occupation you are applying for.  Thirdly, take out employment dates.  Simply list duration of time worked at each job.  Input a sentence before work history that explains the list is from most recent back.  Good Luck.
540856
I job will not just come to you - you have to make an effort to look for one.\n\nPosting to job and career sites is a start.\nSo is asking others for tips on jobs that match your career interests: ask them who is hiring in particular fields. Ask for pointers, and references as applicable.\n\nThat will get you closer to landing a job.\nIn US, it is illegal for an employer to ask someone's age, so you don't need to volunteer that info. In other countries, ask around for what is customary and appropriate.
986965
If you're not being given jobs purely based on your age & cos you got kids its blatant discrimination (which in any country is illegal).\n\nIf you live in Britain the law changes in October to make ageism illegal...so you cant be refused a job purely cos of your age (I dont know about other countries).\n\nMaybe if you call companies who rejected you & ask for feedback as to why they thought you are unsuitable - they should tell you & you can then use this info to help make your next one more successful.
564909
dear my sister has the same problem. its not fair that ppl dont give to new workers a chance, but i really think that if u search and beleive urself u can find it. good luck
271425
I'm pretty sure it's illegal for a company to hire someone your age (I think 16 is the cutoff) so you have to be business savvy and do odd jobs wherever you can that other people don't want to do and would rather pay someone else to do for them.\n\nCan you get your parents to pay you to do odd jobs around the house that you normally are not expected to do as part of your normal responsibilities?\n\nMaybe your first lesson on this subject would be to learn to "wheel and deal".  Then once you become an expert at certain jobs, maybe you can then get friends to pay you to do those same jobs for them.  Whatever you do, it's important to become really good at that job so people prefer that you do the job instead of them doing the job themselves.  It's not good if people feel that they can do the job better than you.  You don't want people to hire you as a "favor" to you.  You want them to hire you because they know you'll do a better job at it than they will.  That will always help your pride and self-esteem.\n\nThe best part about creating your own job is that you get to choose what you will do to get your money.  Of course it has to be something that people want but you still make the final choices in the beginning.  And you can change jobs whenever you want.  It's so much better than working at one  job for someone else where they can boss you around all the time.\n\nGood luck!  And be careful dealing with people you don't know.  Be sure your parents always know what you're doing and where you're at before you do it.  They will always help keep you safe.
295834
I know Walmart is not popular as an employer in some circles, but they do employ many seniors.  I would consider them if I was looking.  Also, other large supermarket chains such as Harris Teeter or Publix might be an option (I assume you are in the US.)  I also see many older employees at various fast food locations if you would consider those.  I think that today there are numerous opportunities for us older workers.
455612
I had the same issues for the past 6 years...fortunately I dont have to work but the job market is not very good right now...I would try rewriting my resume and use connections to help with the search.  I dont think its you I think its the market...If those things work then great and if not no worries keep looking...trust me the job market ispoor right now.
1006585
I think a staffing firm would be your best bet at your point. For some odd reason this happens to everyone. I can remember being over qualified for certain positions that I applied for and would never get a call back . You may want to take a look at your resume and make sure it fits and sells yourself properly. I decided to change career paths because the business end of the deal doesnt really get you anywhere these days.