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Why Leaders Need to Value Their Retirement-Age Workforce

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Unlocking the Potential of Older Workers in the Modern Workforce

The business case for considering older workers lies in their track record of skills and experience that are readily observable, filling the current talent shortage. Older employees offer emotional intelligence, gained through life experiences, providing valuable perspective and adaptability. Additionally, with a growing elderly customer base, older workers can understand and cater to their needs effectively. Leveraging the willingness of older workers to reinvent themselves and their loyalty, companies can tap into a pool of talent that is often overlooked due to age biases, while benefiting from their unique set of skills and characteristics.

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