The Myths About Older Workers Are Costing You Talent
Dan Pontefract of Forbes Magazine recently interviewed our President and CEO, Gary A. Officer, to discuss the ongoing labor shortage and the emerging demographic crisis in the workforce. Officer highlighted a critical issue: nearly 25% of the workforce—individuals over the age of 50—are being consistently overlooked by employers, a trend that poses significant long-term risks for organizations. He emphasized the need for companies to embrace intentional, intergenerational teams that include talent from all age groups. This transformation, Officer noted, must start at the executive level, with leadership taking proactive steps to embed age diverse teams into both organizational culture and human resources practices.