When people reach middle age, there are old and young.
After losing your job in middle age, what did you all do? Is it depression to lie flat every day, or is it running around to find a way? I recently saw some unemployed uncles sharing on the Internet, and it was an eye-opener.
Let's talk about Brother Wang in the Northeast. At the age of 50, he had worked in a state-owned enterprise for most of his life.
In 2020, the company went bankrupt and reorganized, and he lost his job all of a sudden.
This is undoubtedly a bolt from the blue for a person who is approaching retirement age.
At one point, he fell into despair, feeling that his life was over. Unexpectedly, just when he was at his lowest point, a new opportunity appeared.
It turned out that the epidemic gave birth to the vigorous development of community group buying, and Brother Wang's neighbor took the opportunity to become the head of the group. Brother Wang joined with the mentality of giving it a try, but he didn't expect it to be handy. Now, he can not only support himself, but also become a "star" in the community.
Let's talk about Uncle Li in Shanghai. He used to be an executive of a foreign company with an annual salary of one million. But as the Sino-US trade friction escalated, the market of his company shrank, and he was also laid off.
This is undoubtedly a heavy blow to a professional who is over half a hundred years old. It took him months to adjust his mindset, but he couldn't find a suitable job. Just when he was at a loss, a chance chance changed the trajectory of his life. It turned out that he was inadvertently exposed to live streaming and found that his eloquence and experience were very useful in this industry. Today, he is already a well-known "silver-haired anchor", not only earning a considerable income, but also gaining a large number of fans.
Of course, not everyone is suitable to be a team leader or anchor. But as long as you are willing to diverge your thinking and observe carefully, you will definitely be able to find your own new track. For example, some uncles used their years of cooking skills to open an Internet celebrity restaurant; Some uncles gave full play to their talents and started to create short videos; Some uncles aimed at the pension market and started to be an agent of elderly products...... In their own way, they live a different kind of wonderful life.
Of course, we must also realize that the difficulties and pressures faced by middle-aged people in reemployment are enormous. Age, Education, Skills...... These can all be the shackles that keep us going. According to statistics, in the second half of last year, the average job-seeking cycle of people over 35 years old was a month longer than that of young people. In the face of such a cruel reality, we will inevitably feel lost and frustrated. But at the same time, we must also believe that as long as we have the courage to change and have the courage to try, there is no hurdle that cannot be overcome. As the saying goes, "there is no way out of the mountains and rivers, and the willows and flowers are bright and another village", the exit of life is often at the next corner.
In fact, the most valuable wealth of middle-aged people lies precisely in our experience and accumulation. Years of work experience have honed our resilience and wisdom; Rich life experience has forged our calmness and calmness. These are all things that young people don't have. If we can transform these advantages into entrepreneurial capital and integrate them into a new track, we will definitely be able to open up a new world. The key is to have the courage to step out of your comfort zone, let go of "face" and prejudices, learn with a humble attitude, and embrace change with an open vision.
Of course, re-employment and entrepreneurship are not the only way for everyone. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle and enjoying family fun is also a beautiful choice in life. No matter which way you choose, as long as it can make life more quality and make life more dignified, it is a choice worthy of affirmation. The key is to find your own position and sing your own leading role. The road to middle age is actually very broad, and the key depends on how you measure it.
Brothers, have you ever been confused after being unemployed in middle age? How did you get out of the predicament and start a new chapter in your life? Feel free to share your stories and share your insights in the comment area. Let us encourage each other, inspire each other, and use struggle and wisdom to light up the gorgeous scenery of the second half of life together!