You must protect yourself from negativity at all costs and put your focus on what you can do for the company, not what might hold you back. Recognize that when making a hiring decision, employers want to know they are selecting qualified, results-oriented team players. The higher level of work ethic and reliability among mature workers is to your advantage. Focus on demonstrating attendance rate, performance level, and commitment to a long-term career. Revamp your resume.
Resumes have changes significantly in the last several years.
Do not date yourself with an old format. Do not include your entire work history on your resume. Regardless of your age, employers want to know what you can do for the job, not your entire history. Consider going back a maximum of fifteen years. Include dates on the employment positions you list.