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Older Americans are Choosing Work Over Retirement

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Instead of retiring, an increasing number of American’s are working — either reentering the workforce or pressing onward with their professional careers. While younger workers are reported to have seen a decrease in access to employer-provided benefits like pension plans and health insurance, older workers have slightly better access.

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Purpose and a Paycheck and the New Retirement

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Purpose and a Paycheck is a new book from Chris Farrell, a leading expert on retirement and workforce issues facing people over the age of 50.    Lots of research, much of which is cited in the book, shows that staying engaged and active in retirement leads to greater levels of health and happiness. 

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Gen Z Will Rise as a New Powerhouse in 2024

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According to a recent analysis published by Glassdoor , this age shift brings new values and influence to the forefront of work-life preferences — including a heightened focus on community, transparency, and diversity. In the tech industry, a notable change is the expected decline in equity compensation.

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Worker Confidence Defies Slowing Wage Growth Trends

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employers offering key benefits like health insurance and retirement contributions. According to Morning Consult, this is particularly prevalent in relatively low-skill industries including food & beverage, leisure & hospitality, and retail.

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2023 Sees Workforce Optimism Rise, Manufacturing Leading

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According to LinkedIn’s recent analysis, manufacturing stands out with a higher positive outlook. As older workers look to retire, a plethora of hiring and promotional opportunities are emerging in this space. The first eight months of 2023 saw a decline in U.S. professionals’ career confidence.

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How To Support Older Workers Reentering The Workforce

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According to the World Health Organization (WHO), retirement-age and older adults are on track to outpace children under the age of five. . Simultaneously, analysis from Euromonitor International forecasts that the average income for those 65 and older will be 13% less than the global population.

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LGBTQ+ Workers Experience Lower Levels Of Satisfaction And Pay – Here’s Why

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According to the analysis, LGBTQ+ workers make, on average, 90% of what the average worker makes — and this is just where the discrepancies begin. . Benefits were also limited among the LGBTQ+ workforce, with 73% being qualified for health insurance programs compared to 81% of straight workers.