First Day on a New Job (After 40)

Ah...first day of a new job! I'm enjoying the moment vicariously as two of my neighbors start new jobs. One started a job yesterday, a big promotion and raise that reflects her education and experience.

Another starts right after Labor Day, a new field following her return to school for a graduate degree.

I have to admit: I may never have another "first day" experience ever again. Between my comfort level with working at home and overt age preferences, I may never hear the words, "This is your new office" ever again.

(Does age discrimination exist? Does water flow downhill?)

Sometimes I feel sad because I enjoyed job hunting and the first day adventure. Back then I was considered "unstable" or worse because I changed jobs every 2 years or so. Now everybody changes jobs about as often as they change their hairstyle. My neighbor changed jobs after less than 2 years and the issue of longevity never arose.

So I'll wish them "Bon voyage!" and here's an article I wrote a few years ago about changing jobs (and maybe careers) after 40:
First Day on New Job