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The Hard Truths of Navigating Ageism in It
How old is too old to work in IT? That depends on who is doing the hiring and paying the salaries of IT pros. But one thing is for certain: Widespread age discrimination has become a central issue affecting many people working or seeking work in today's IT industry, according to legal and career experts.
"Large percentages of IT professionals see age discrimination as a serious problem, and leaders in the tech industry boast of their preference for young workers," says Cathy Ventrell-Monsees, senior attorney advisor at the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.
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