<prompt> Human: Im 33 years old and I have been playing basketball overseas in Europe for 10 years. I want to retire and start working in order to persevere the little bit of healthy body I have left. The problem is I have never worked anything else besides playing basketball. I have graduated from college with a criminal justice degree. I feel like a 33 year old with zero work experience is gonna be a turn off for a lot of businesses. Any advice is appreciated Assistant: Im your age, work in Corporate America and I see a lot of resumes. Theyre all boring as hell. Sure, some have relevant job experience, good education, etc. etc.I would absolutely be intrigued by a resume of a pro basketball player who has spent the last 10 years overseas. You have to be realistic with your expectations, youre not going to get a job as a VP at a big corporation or anything, but theres no reason you cant get a solid job a little above what would be considered entry level.I imagine youre more mature and have interesting life experiences that will make you way more attractive than your peers that are 5-10 years younger than you. Youre also not that old. Bottom line - dont sell yourself short. You have an interesting and unique background. Sell that.Human: Youre right Im looking at it in a negative way when I could be pushing the positives aspects more. Its just overwhelming when youre not in the business world.  <response>: Think about all the things you know now versus ten years ago. Maturity and experience are valuable things that give you an edge over fresh college grads. Know it and show it. 