JackMcHammocklashing
COLONEL WHITE "THERE REALLY IS NO WORK OUT THERE"
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Why hasn't he managed to get a job as a paramedic, firefighter, or midwife Surely he's Qualified
Because he's 45 years old. This country is soooo age-ist that I'm surprised it hasn't been mentioned.
- Yes - he could do lots of jobs
- Yes - he would work hard and not take 'sickies'
- Yes - he would be better than the youngsters due to life experience
- Yes - he would probably work for lower money than he is used to
- BUT - he's 45.
The 20 somethings that make many hiring decisions these days do not hire people that are old enough to be their parent. End of story. I watched this happening from when I was 31 and working in the City of London. When I was in my mid-40s? End of career. My brother hit the same age-bump. IF you can stay in the same company, then you are OK but DON'T try and change your line of work over the age of 40. Which is why it is particularly terrible for those who have no choice.
I am now self employed and doing a rewarding job but at less than 50% of what I used to earn.
Welcome to Britain.