40Plus Blog

The Future Is Yours:

Why Being a Mature Job Seeker Is a Strength, Not a Setback

 by Millree Williams, ACC, CRLC, CTACC, Chair, Forty Plus of Greater Washington

If you’re a seasoned professional navigating today’s job market, you’ve likely encountered the mixed messages: "Experience matters...but you might be too experienced." It’s a frustrating paradox, but here’s the truth — your age is an asset. And more importantly, so is your mindset.

As a mature job seeker, you bring something powerful to the table: not just a long résumé, but a future-focused perspective grounded in real-world wisdom. Employers are starting to recognize that they don’t just need fresh ideas — they need mature, steady hands to implement them.