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Amy Levin-Epstein /

MoneyWatch/ July 21, 2011, 11:46 AM

Job Seeking After 50? 7 Rules To Remember


2. Take Your Timeline Off The Table A great way to turn the attention away from your age is to delete your education dates from your resume. "Emphasize your accomplishments and credentials in your resume instead of your age," says Geary. "Your resume should show 10 to 15 years of relevant experience." That way the focus is on what you've done, not how long you've been doing it.

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