my penny's worth
500 CV's, three years (two of which instructing), one interview.
I was lucky and got the job on heavy TurboP with glass cockpit.
I was over 30 when I started (37 now).
Not sure why we all do it but glad to meet/fly with some incredible flight deck/cabin crew people.
I am sure at the point of retiring, it will all make sense but the current climate gives me pause.
Strange bloody industry.