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Aging Workforce Driving Economic Growth In U.K.

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as well as in other countries experiencing similar trends, businesses can embrace the skills, experience, and knowledge that older workers bring to the table. By promoting an age-inclusive workforce and providing opportunities for meaningful employment, businesses can experience the benefits of a multigenerational workforce.

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U.S. Workforce Clashes with Persistent Ageism

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Data shows how older generations of Americans are pushing back their retirement, some are even returning to the workforce. In the workplace, ageism manifests in various ways — such as younger employees being promoted over more experienced colleagues, to inappropriate comments about an employee’s age. The survey also found that 45.5%

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What Is Professional Development? We Unpack the Essentials

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Before getting there, let’s unpack the essentials of what skill training really is. It refers to proactive measures you take to acquire new skills, knowledge and competency while increasing your value as an employee or entrepreneur. Learning new skills is paramount to success. What is professional development?

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Dry promotions: Definition, considerations, and guidelines for employers

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Getting a promotion is an exciting event for employees. However, some of that excitement is probably due to the pay raise that they expect will come with the promotion. But sometimes employers offer promotions without an increase in pay, a growing phenomenon called dry promotions. What is a dry promotion?

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Science Fiction To Reality: How Anti-aging Drugs Will Upend The Future Of Work

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Studies show that metformin can delay stem-cell aging, promote autophagy and prevent telomere shortening — all of which help combat the effects of aging. This drug might help humans to age slower because it can potentially delay the onset of cancer, cognitive decline and vision loss in seniors.

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The Intimidation Factor: How Fear Influences Women’s Wage Negotiations

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Seek out friends, mentors, or coaches who can help you identify your core skills, qualities, and experiences so you approach the salary negotiation knowing you’re a good fit. This disparity in earnings makes it harder for women to save money for emergencies or retirement, putting families at risk and harming the economy as a whole.

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The Silent Crisis Of Workplace Loneliness: 9 Ways To Foster Genuine Connections At Work

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Employers can use this scale to check on employees during transitional periods (such as parenthood, relocation, divorce, and retirement), as significant life changes often correlate with increased loneliness. Implement Mentoring Buddy Programs: Pair employees across generations to facilitate knowledge sharing and relationship building.

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