Aren't there more americans over the age of 40 who are job-searching these days?
What happens to older Americans who are searching for jobs?
I would definitely think so, especially since there doesn't seem to be as much job stability these day. Years ago, when someone worked somewhere they generally held that job for years and years...often until the retired. My grandfather held one job (working continually) all his life (except for military time) that he retired from. My dad held three jobs during his lifetime, all in the same field from which also retired. He had to change his jobs because his first two employers eventually went out of business. I think that changing technologies could be part of the issue for job instability. Machines came along that could do my father's job quicker and more effeciently. However, I think that the economy (not just changing technology) had/has a lot to do with unemployment and job growth. Today's aging American's definitely need to keep up on technology if it's related to their field of work. Even a waitress these days needs to know how to run a comuter like cash register and a secretary has all kinds of technolgy challenges today compared to 20-30 years ago. I do think that it's hard for some older people to keep up with today's technology. I'm only 41 and have some secondary education yet I find it challenging. Unless a company is willing to train a person, how are they going to get that job without an education of some kind? Years ago not everyone went on to college, today it's almost a necessity if you want to make a decent living by today's standards.
Not sure if I even came close to answering your question but it got me to thinking...anyone who reads this who has not completed their education should do so. An education, whether it's through college, apprenticeship, job corps, tech school or some other means, is essential in today's job market. Always try to continually advance your education!
Take care.
What happens to older Americans who are searching for jobs?
mostly they don't get hired for good jobs
although research shows this is the age group that is more dependable it is extremely hard to get a job after 40. companies want %26quot;new blood%26quot;. young people with new ideas, etc. although people in their 40's are up on the newest technologies and even creating new technologies they are mostly left out of the job equation.
it is very hard even for those with educations in michigan even more so because so many people are looking for work.i think many older people are out of work not by choice.i speak only for myself but i was wrongfully fired from my job over lies and heresay.thats when i realized most people dont care about doing the right thing or the truth if it does not effect them they dont care especially if lying wins points with management,but thats okay GOD will judge .
It's definately going to be tuff for them to get some new jobs. Most communities now provide free technology and trade classes so these adults can get back in the workforce, however it's a uphill battle.
I agree with that answer.. A lot of companies look out for %26quot;new blood%26quot; to replace the elder generation for some newby thats willing to do more work for less pay.. Its unfair in a lot of aspects, but the best thing to do would be to look into a small business that would have great potential for source of income.. at least you have your own time, your own business to run and most important, you dont get bossed around
Most of the older Americans looking for a job are close to retirement and take a part-time job doing something they are proficient in. For example, a mechanic or construction worker may get a job at Lowe's or Home Depot.
The middle-aged Americans may have a more difficult time. They have the experience, yet a lot of employers will balk at hiring them, because the salary and benefits will be lower most of the time. Sometimes you can be overqualified. Learning new technology is difficult too. I know a lot of people who have lost factory jobs go back to school to learn new skills. This can be very trying for a breadwinner raising a family.
I agree learning the new technology is difficult. Some adapt well while others don't. The ones who don't will likely find themselves doing manual labor or in the retail service field.
Everyone is different. The key is to be smart with your money during the high-paying years.
