Ageism revealed as the most rampant form of bias at work
HRD speaks to the APAC vice president of HR at ADP to get insights
Workplace Age Discrimination Still Flourishes in America
It's time to step up and stop the last acceptable bias.
4 Signs You Might Be More Ageist Than You Think
Bias against older workers is very common. Here are some telltale indicators that you or your organization aren’t as bias-free as you might like to think.
Ageism at work starts earlier than you think
New survey results from Fairygodboss reveal that men and women experience ageism in similar ways, but they deal with it differently.
Defining Where Old Age Starts
When we try to define “old age,” most of us want to determine where it starts. but defining "old age" is an outdated notion. Thinking about stages or phases of life is a much more useful paradigm.
Millennials overtake Baby Boomers as America’s largest generation
Millennials have surpassed Baby Boomers as the nation’s largest living adult generation, according to population estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau.
Ageism Is Thriving, So What Are Companies Doing About It?
From not even getting past the first interview to being segregated into niche roles, older workers are still facing discrimination. Some companies are trying to fix that.
Digital Media Activities Vary By Generation Age Group
Last month Deloitte released its 15th annual Digital Media Trends Report. The report is based on the online responses of 2,009 U.S. consumers that took place in February 2021. The responses were weighted to reflect the population. As in previous surveys, Deloitte broke out the respondents into age groups or “generations”.
‘We hire old people’: Job posting for software developer sparks a viral conversation about ageism in tech
A colorfully worded ad becomes a jumping-off point for older workers to discuss their experiences.
Nearly 30 Million Baby Boomers Forced Into Unwanted Retirement
In the third quarter of 2020, roughly 28.6 million Baby Boomers have left the job market and retired, according to the Pew Research Center.
Four Types of Ageism
The research and subsequent report, Ageism in America, by Dr. Robert Butler, President and CEO of the International Longevity Center, identified four different types of ageism.
4 Strategies to Help Gen-Z and Millennials (and Other Generations) Work Better Together
Five generations of employees will be working together under one roof. Are you prepared for the unexpected?
How to Address Ageism Among Remote Teams
Age is just a number. It's time workplaces realize it.
Generational Differences in the Workplace
Understanding the characteristics of your own generation, as well as those of your co-workers, can further develop this diversity, balance policies and encourage interaction that benefits everyone supporting inclusion.
‘I owe an enormous debt to therapy!’ Rita Moreno on West Side Story, dating Brando and joy at 90
She overcame racism and abuse to break Hollywood, romanced Brando, dated Elvis to make him jealous, fought hard for civil rights and won an Egot. Now in her 10th decade, she is busier and happier than ever.
Leading Multiple Generations In Today's Workforce
While growth projections remain relatively constant, the number of people of “working age” is expected to fall.
Is Ageism in Tech an Under-the-Radar Diversity Issue?
Many startups don’t have many (or any) employees over 50. Is there unconscious bias at play?
Mixing Millennials and Baby Boomers in the Workplace Melting Pot
Today, the old dog and the young pup needs to work harmoniously in order to get things done. These totally different generational viewpoints and approaches to work can undoubtedly be beneficial. But, they can also be somewhat challenging to navigate.
Do Professional Women Over 50 Have An Expiration Date? How Gendered Ageism Sabotages Women’s Careers
Why is this not surprising? History has repeatedly demonstrated that women, especially those in the public eye, face the consequences of aging.
7 Best Practices to Confront Age Bias, Build Generational Diversity
Ageism hinders recruitment, retention, innovation and performance in workplaces, many of which have five generations working alongside each other.