Dear Sam: I am 57 years young and really beginning to feel that my age is hindering the success of my job search. I have been unemployed for 10 months, and while this seems in line with peers who are also searching for work, I haven’t even had an interview in 5 months. I’m wondering if a poorly written resume is to blame. I haven’t needed a resume in more than 20 years and I have to say that I haven’t really spent the time I probably should have to update it. Can you give me some sage advice on effective ways to present my work experience yet avoid conveyance of my age? – Cindy
Dear Cindy: I’m so sorry to hear of the lack of response you have seen during your search. While this economy is tough, great resumes are still getting great results so I urge you to take a look at what you could be doing better in the presentation of your experience…