Strategies to help you prepare transitioning to the second part of your career: at 40, when getting a tech job becomes almost impossible

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Finding a new tech job or avoiding layoffs past the age of 40 is challenging, often drawing a parallel to professional sports careers. In pure tech companies, especially, employees over 40 are rare and often overlooked. To counter this, consider building a strong LinkedIn presence, writing for respected outlets, and choosing consulting opportunities carefully. Automate repetitive tasks to focus on personal projects, reduce expenses, and plant seeds for future financial stability. Explore remote work and educational opportunities abroad to reduce debt and increase global work experience. These strategies help prepare for a more stable career transition as you age in the tech industry.

The Short Lifecycle of Tech Careers

<p>I don’t know… 40 is still fairly young. I think the young 20s something techy making six figures at a startup is just a stereotype. My career didn’t begin to take off until I was almost 30.</p>


<p>Yeah I am in twenties, need to really think how my future will look in 10+ years😄.</p>
