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Trouble is, it doesn't win them any interviews.

And the brutal fact of the matter is that the resume of a more experienced job hunters can overwhelm prospective recruiters more than it sells the undeniable qualities of its author. As the list of positions and responsibilities grows longer and longer, the profile starts to resemble a eulogy for the end of a career more than it indicates the future potential of the applicant.

Older job seekers are sometimes wary that they will lose out on opportunities available to younger rivals. And that can lead them into the trap of laying even greater emphasis on their previous accomplishments rather that the value they can continue to bring to a new role.

Recruiters are adept at 'reading between the lines' of a resume and can quickly detect attempts to gloss over details - such as key dates that might reveal the writer's age bracket. So omissions of this nature are likely to be counter-productive.

Does that mean that the more mature candidate is always at a disadvantage? Not necessarily. But it's important to underline adaptability and the willingness to acquire new skills, together with an up-to-date awareness of current trends and developments in the profession.

By looking to the future and highlighting their potential to add value to an employer's business, this applicant can use their experience and knowledge to sell themselves based on their proven past service.
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