A nationally representative sample of 1,873 employers were surveyed late last year about business practices that affect older workers. Based on the responses of 35% of the employers surveyed who provided specific ages, the median age considered too old to hire was 58, and the median age considered too old to work was 62. “AARP believes all ages bring something to their employers, and older workers are no exception,” says Heather Tinsley-Fix @htinsleyfix, senior adviser for AARP’s Employer Pledge Program. “Experienced workers bring a wealth of valuable human skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving and communication, as well as high levels of engagement, motivation and professionalism — and these qualities don’t have an expiration date.” Smart employers recognize the value of all workers and understand that people are living and working longer now. They stand to benefit greatly from ensuring they hire based on skills and experience, not just age. Let us know your experience below.
Corporations who have not woken up to the longevity trends are missing out on the wisdom and experiences of those you want to work well into their 80’s and beyond.
Older people bring knowledge and a wealth of experience. It's a shame our society does not value them as the gems they are!
I agree. At 58, I'm just hitting my stride and find it more likely I will not be slowing down any time soon.
I’m 62 and believe I still have the experience and knowledge a company needs to be successful.
Robert Guile
1w
If a 78 year old can be elected to be POTUS then surely a 78 year old can still add value to a company. Just because a person has grey hair doesn't mean they cannot do the job. And it can be a substantial savings to a company if the person is hired as an independent contractor. No group insurance or benefits costs, no PTO pay and, you will get a worker who is very appreciative of the opportunity to pass on knowledge to a younger generation. Plus they will be loyal, show up on time and not miss work because of childcare or sick children. When I was younger I worked with people much older than me and I learned a get deal from them and appreciated their advice and never felt threatened by them as competition for job advancement. Someday those people who don't value the older worker will be older themselves some day and have the shoe on the other foot.
While attending the Nutcracker last night and I met the most vibrant, full-of-life, spark of a woman who started her career as an educator— but now works as a Realtor with great pride. . . . She was 75. 🚀 AARP
You could always run for president. 😒
Dmitriy C
1w
We should let Congress know this before they extend the retirement age again. Because there seems to be a gap of several years when a person is too old to work and yet too young to retire..
Companies lay you off or find reasons to fire you once you either hit a certain age or work for them too long There needs to be laws made to prevent this from happening. Especially in states that are commonwealth
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1wWe need 62 year olds in HR to prevent age discrimination in hiring.