Are employers biased against hiring people 50+ or self-employed?

<p>^^ Sounds like your strategy was excellent. My problem is that I need to have a job with benefits- at least after I run out of COBRA, which usually eliminates part-time work. I’m hoping my current contract position, while not ideal, goes perm early next year.</p>

<p>I have been asked for at least 3 references for everything to which I’ve replied.</p>