I completely agree especially regarding older workers willing to branch out on their own terms.

I've often found startups (anyone and any organization really) will often present their opportunity as very one sided to an extent. "This is what we offer, this is what is required and no, you have no wiggle room here".

I've also found as I've aged and have more financial stability I'm less likely to get suckered into an arrangement that really doesn't benefit me.

Also as I've aged I am less likely to fall into the FOMO trap. (Fear of missing out.)

Just my 2 cents.