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By opening with a high-impact hook, bridging your transferable skills to the target role's core requirements, and aligning your cover letter with tailored versions from Rocket Resume, you turn what might look like an unconventional background into your strongest competitive advantage.

By shifting into flexible, knowledge-based, and less physically demanding roles, addressing age bias head-on, and applying the 10-to-15-year résumé rule, you can execute a fulfilling career pivot while safeguarding your retirement and benefits.

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