Overcoming Age Bias: Career Reinvention After 50

Aging with Purpose and Passion

“Overqualified.” “Not a good fit.” What are those rejections really saying—and how to turn them into job offers.

After 30 years in corporate real estate and community development, Nori Jabba thought her credentials and experience would open doors. Instead, she faced constant rejection—code for ageism in the workplace.

Refusing to accept defeat, she contacted hiring managers for honest feedback. The truth was a wake-up call: many women over 50 were being dismissed as poor listeners, too quick to share wisdom without hearing new perspectives. That insight sparked a total career reinvention after 50, where meaning, balance, and fulfillment became more important than titles.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Midlife career transition strategies that work
• Overcoming age bias and getting hired after 50
• Job search strategies for women 50+
• Turning “too much experience” into an advantage
• Resume tips for older job seekers
• Confidence tips for women 50+
• Finding meaningful work in midlife

If you’ve been hitting career roadblocks and wondering why, this conversation will give you answers—and a way forward.

Resources:

To hear similar stories on challenging the work environment after 50, check out episode #128 and #130 of Aging With Purpose And Passion and If you are navigating the complex, journey of caring for a loved one with dementia, the Fading Memories podcast offers clear, compassionate guidance on everything from effective communication to managing stress and coping with grief. This podcast provides the empathy and self-care strategies you need to find strength and clarity amidst the challenges.

Nori Jabba – Author, Speaker, Housing Coordinator
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.norijabba.com
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LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/nori-jabba

Beverley Glazer MA. – Transformation Coach & Host of Aging with Purpose and Passion
Website: reinventimpossible.com
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/beverleyglazer
Facebook: facebook.com/beverley.glazer
Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/womenover50rock
Instagram: instagram.com/beverleyglazer_reinvention

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챕터

1. Introduction to Aging with Purpose (00:00:00)

2. Nori's Career Transition to Consulting (00:01:54)

3. Ageism in the Job Market (00:03:27)

4. Learning to Be a Better Listener (00:08:51)

5. Redefining Success and Fit (00:15:07)

6. Building Confidence After Rejection (00:22:54)

7. Embracing Your Age and Experience (00:27:42)

8. Episode Wrap-up and Resources (00:29:14)