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Provide References
Don't add these to your resume! Instead, create a separate document. Be sure to ask your references if they are comfortable doing so, and have your references on board before you get a job offer.
Combat Ageism
Ageism (or age discrimination) is real. Just ask any job seeker over 40. You can fight ageism by embracing your experience, which leads to wisdom and the power of pattern recognition. When faced with a thorny problem, you've likely seen something similar, and you can provide exceptional consulting to your employer. Don't let yourself be undervalued. In addition to embracing your experience, there are many things you can do to combat ageism -- see the checklist in the Tools and Resources section below.
