One is, if you're over 40 and have been in the same profession or position for a number of years, you might have to accept a less prestigious, lower-paying position, at least until something better comes along. And if it does take that long, emotional problems can surface. That's when the job seeker needs a reality check. You have to ask yourself what you will settle for. This is also a good time to reassess your priorities and decide what's really most important to you, Picard says.
Family support is important too, counselors say.
It really is a family issue. Your new full-time job, experts say, is looking for a job. And for those who are over 40, there's an additional challenge. By and large, it is a young workplace out there, with expectations built around young people. And while it shouldn't happen, and many are reluctant to talk about it, there is a bias that favors younger workers.