Age Bias Not a Thing of the Past

A few months ago I was preparing for my college graduation by sending resumes to any newspaper, magazine or publishing company that would potentially give me a job despite my lack of experience. Nearly a college graduate, I was determined to take any job in the publishing industry, no matter how little it paid, just to boost my resume. As it turned out, many companies were willing to employ me for wages just above the poverty level. Luckily, my internship at Hammock, Inc., turned into a job and I didn't have to sacrifice regular meals or heating my apartment just to gain editing experience.

For recent college graduates, finding employment can be a cinch—as long as they're willing to forgo a large salary. But what about the baby-boomers, who have years of experience and families to support? Finding a job isn't as easy when your experience warrants a higher salary. And unfortunately, many job-seeking baby-boomers are noticing age discrimination in many business' hiring practices because of their age and job skills.

To learn more about age bias in hiring practices and how it affects the 40-and-over population, check out Monday's Tools and Tips article on NFIB.com.