In Colombia it is a challenge to get a job, as reported by DANE, the unemployment rate for the month of February 2022 was 12.9%. Even knowing this figure, how risky is it to change jobs after 45? Although changing jobs after this age should not be a risk, it is a reality that is currently present in the country. Companies have stereotypes that young talent is more proactive, in this way knowledge and experience are put at risk, but at Asertempo Colombia we internalize the inclusion of talent regardless of their age.

Here are a series of tips so that +45 talent has the same opportunities as young talent.

• Don’t forget to train: Currently technology is the tool that all companies use to their advantage, having knowledge in the use and application of ICTs is essential for hiring. Study and develop new skills that give significant weight to your profile.
• Update your resume: Formats should be simplified, no more than two pages.
• Highlight important topics: Describe the achievements made and the skills acquired throughout your career.
• Use social media: Social networks became a source of job search.
• Don’t use age as an excuse: Highlight your abilities, age is not an impediment to opt for a job.
• Know the trends: Digital transformation has created job opportunities for all sectors of the economy, it is necessary to know these trends and direct the profile.
• Have the ability to adapt: The ability to adapt must be vital for the inclusion of new tools to develop a task.
• Network: Along the career path, relationships are created with many people, the recommendation of a member of a company who knows you creates opportunities when choosing a candidate.
• Start: At this time the world has many changes for people and professional renewal is something that has had a lot of latency and has become a necessity, the opportunity and ease of entrepreneurship has made people leave aside their jobs and dedicate themselves to something that they are really passionate about.

Finally, the barriers come from their own beliefs, many companies appreciate talent regardless of age.