Should age be a factor in a promotion?

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I understand that with age, usually, comes experience. I work with guys who have done the SAME EXACT job for 20+ years. Well, in the past 3 years that job has changed drastically and they are falling behind. But, they still look down on younger guys because they have all the experience. If you are in the same position at the same place for 20+ years arent you doing something wrong?

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I can speak to this . . .

I've been employed by the same corporation for over 20 years . . . IT work of various kinds. I have decent pay, benefits that are a very good fit for the particular problems I have to deal with, and a bunch of people around me that I've known for a long time and can trust.

Could I have made more money by moving around? Probably.

Would I have the same sort of job security if I had moved around more? Probably not.

Would I be happier? Not really.

As far as the skills vs. experience question, I think you can look to poker for a clear illustration of the values of each . . . and consider whether, as an employer in a particular situation, which qualities you need for that position.