Confronting Ageism: How Older Workers Can Thrive in Today's Job Market

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In this episode, we chat with Ann Manby from CWI Labs to explore the critical issues surrounding ageism in the U.S. workforce and discuss the findings of a new survey highlighting the challenges older job seekers face. Ann brings a wealth of expertise from her experience as the former Chief Workforce Development Officer for Vantage Aging, where she launched innovative workforce development initiatives, including job seeker training, digital inclusion programs, and career pathway models for older adults. The recent survey conducted by CWI Labs in August reveals that 81% of workers aged 50+ believe employers prefer younger applicants, and 59% view their age as a significant barrier to employment. With only 21% optimistic about their job prospects in the next six months, Ann shares insights on the vulnerabilities older workers face and what businesses can do to foster an age-inclusive workforce. We discuss actionable strategies companies can implement to combat ageism, the role of reskilling and upskilling older workers, and the tremendous value older employees bring to our economy. Tune in to hear Ann's insights and learn how organizations can support older workers in today’s ever-evolving job market.