Millennials Age-Proofing Resumes: 40 is the New 50 as 90% of Workers Over 40 Face Ageism

Jobseekers are increasingly age-proofing their resumes and limiting visible work history to the past 10 years to appear less inexperienced and less senior, according to Business Insider. About 90% of workers over 40 report experiencing ageism, with 2024 data showing AI can reinforce bias in hiring and Workday facing litigation over age-discriminatory screening tech. Experts like Suzy Welch, professor at New York University Stern, recommend leveraging seniority by demonstrating cultural fit, forward-thinking vision, and pattern recognition gained from experience, while focusing on future impact and current market trends in interviews.