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I couldn't find a job for 9 months, so I decided to learn new skills. I'm now assembling electronics with no experience.

Wed, 07/15/2026 - 12:25

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a man welding and soldering electronics — The author has taken a new job building electronics after months of unemployment.
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I've interviewed more than 100 job seekers. These are the stories I can't stop thinking about.

Mon, 07/13/2026 - 05:20

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Michael Permana (left), Jesse Jashinsky (center), and Robin Peppers Daniel (right) faced different challenges while searching for work.
Michael Permana (left), Jesse Jashinsky (center), and Robin Peppers Daniel (right)

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I was laid off at 56 and took a 60% pay cut to land my next role — the biggest thing I feel is anger

Sun, 07/12/2026 - 07:06

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Christina Jones says many older job-seekers want an opportunity to continue doing what they love.

Christina Jones

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I'm 56 and got tired of being ghosted after job interviews. Here's the strategy that kept me moving forward.

Wed, 07/08/2026 - 05:18

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This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Michael Shmarak, a 56-year-old communications and PR professional from Northbrook, Illinois. It's been edited for length and clarity.

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After losing my job, I realized I needed an escape from unemployment. A new hobby helped me find it.

Tue, 06/30/2026 - 11:02

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The writer posing next to her ice skating coach on an indoor ice rink. — Learning to ice skate was the one hobby that helped my mental health while being unemployed.
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I moved to Canada and couldn't find a job after months of applying. A unique idea helped me start my own business abroad.

Sat, 06/27/2026 - 09:27

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Jemma Chapman holding up her stamp illustrations next to her gum machine — Jemma Chapman came up with a unique business idea, using her illustrations.
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I'm 56 and struggling to find a job. I think employers can sense my desperation, but I wish they knew how capable I am.

Tue, 06/23/2026 - 05:17

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This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Kymm Dracup, a 56-year-old based in Toronto. It's been edited for length and clarity.

My daughter says, "Don't worry, Mom, you'll get a job. I've seen your résumé, you're great." I don't think my daughter realizes the effect that my age, 56, has on my confidence and finding work.