The answer to this question is, unfortunately, "it depends." And it depends on what type of midlife crisis the person is experiencing -- or if it's even a midlife crisis at all. »more»

Despite legislation prohibiting it, age is a common factor in hiring decisions. This is especially true for older workers who must combat a number of negative stereotypes, specifically that they are less energetic, enthusiastic and creative. Recruiting managers have confirmed that companies often will note that they would prefer a younger candidate. »more»

Being laid off in middle age can subtract as much as two years from your life. »more»

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Unemployment peaked in mid-2003, but remains stubbornly high among the oldest workers. Why?

There does not seem to be any one answer. But exploring the reasons provides insight into the difficulty middle-aged and older workers face when hunting for a new job, or even a new career. »more»

Your career choice impacts your quality of life, standard of living, personal identity, and much more. By the time you hit middle age, career changes are far from easy, but many people feel a mismatch with the career that they had selected earlier in life and want to at least explore the possibility of pursuing a new career. Are you one of these people? »more»

The stereotypical entrepreneur may be a twenty-something living on Red Bull and writing code well into the night. But real entrepreneurs have greying hair and a nest egg.

U.S. News reporters Emily Brandon and James M. Pethokoukis say that as boomers approach 60, »more»