▶️ Senior Executive | Change Agent | Business Leader ▶️ Turnarounds | M&A | Strategic Planning | ▶️ “Transforming Organizations Into Client-Centric, Solution-Selling Cultures”
My name is Laura Lynn Morrissey. At 59, with a robust career spanning decades in both financial services and healthcare, culminating in the successful sale of my own healthcare company, I thought finding a new leadership role would be straightforward. I had this unique set of skills - a blend of financial services and healthcare and a robust LinkedIn network - I am going to nail my reentry thing! But the journey that unfolded wasn’t the one I expected. Despite my deep experience, passion, and readiness to contribute at a high level, my applications were met with a surprising and consistent response: rejection. I was surprised at first, (what the floof!) saddened as it continued, and finally, I became determined. This was a new challenge for me—I had never struggled to attract job offers before. But here I was, feeling invisible, sidelined by an age bias I hadn’t anticipated. That’s when I decided it was time for change—not just for me but for all seasoned professionals facing similar barriers. I founded SilverSavvy, a platform dedicated to valuing the rich experience and wisdom that comes with age. SilverSavvy isn’t just a company; it’s a statement. We’re here to shift the dialogue on aging in the workforce, proving every day that experience isn’t just about years lived but about lessons learned and shared. We need to talk about age diversity in the workplace. Why are experienced professionals overlooked because of the number of candles on their birthday cake? I know I am not alone. If you’ve felt undervalued or faced rejection due to your age, I want to hear your story. Join me in this conversation. Let’s dismantle these barriers together and build a workforce that truly values diversity in all its forms, including age. www.silversavvy.com. #AgeIsAnAsset #SilverSavvy #CareerJourney #DiversityAndInclusion #NewBeginnings
Love it Laura Lynn - you will be successful @ whatever you do!!
LOVE THIS!! Such truth. 👏👏👏👏
Very cool Laura!!
Experienced Compliance Professional | MBA, CRCP™, IACCP®, CAMS®, PMQ®, DACFP®
3moI experienced the same. I was wondering if it was the normal job search process or a combination of that and the age factor. A recruiter had told me the harsh truth that at this stage in our career the depth of experience is working against you. It’s important to be aware of it but there is more to overcome. I’m glad you are embarking on this mission for all of us seasoned professionals!