I know exactly what you mean. Here in Germany it is really the same. I'm 37 years old and that's already too old. When I was younger the most reasons for rejections were the absence of work experience. Now I have the experience but I'm just too old. Hey, what a great deal is it?
The more I think about such blue minds the more I share Phil's happiness for his great chance.
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Greetings from Frankfurt (Germany),
Sheriff ;-)