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Category: Worker Management


Flexibility critical to older workers

Smiley Pete - May 10, 2012

In addition, older workers are more engaged, committed and satisfied with their work, and they have lower turnover rates than younger workers do. Employing...

How Companies Misfire on Flexible Schedules for Older Workers

- April 17, 2012

Employers recognize that they need to develop flexible work schedules to retain valued older workers. So why can´t they get it right? A new report identifies four troublesome trends...

A wise exec can delegate his own job

- April 16, 2012

A career in venture capital taught Tim Schigel that the person who starts a company isn´t nessarily the best choice to lead the company´s growth. That knowledge guided Schigel last year when he led the CEO search for ShareThis, the company known for ...

Employees, Measure Yourselves

- April 16, 2012

But all that oversight is designed to make sure people aren´t slacking off; it doesn´t help them figure out how to do their jobs better. And besides, a lot of workers probably think it´s kind of creepy to have someone watching over their shoulder....

What are the keys to being satisfied with your job?

- April 13, 2012

In today´s uncertain job market and economy, the very best employers know that it´s extremely important to match employee´s professional goals and personal satisfaction needs against the business goals. A great employer will help everyone succeed and...

Six Tips On How To Hire The Right Person For Your Startup

- March 25, 2012

A good look at the other side if hiring. "Take talking to candidates about all of the things they will have to do without help from anyone else. I remember the first day on the job for a new hire in my last venture. About 30 minutes into the day, he came into my office and asked who would be...

How to Attract Older Workers to Your Company

- February 20, 2012

Schedules other than the traditional 9 to 5 are great for older workers. So offer part-time schedules, telecommuting or job-sharing options, or a consulting...

Productivity a matter of job satisfaction

Start Up Smart - November 3, 2011

Monetary rewards are not the “silver bullet” to lifting productivity, particularly among older workers. “Mature workers are the most enthusiastic performers and are more likely to be motivated by the actual work they do rather than...

Working Relationships Across Generations

NY Times - October 18, 2011

Different generations working together require worker management that allows the best of each to shine through. We have a lot to learn from each other. "be aware, ..., that many younger workers value informality on the job,... and try to accommodate this when possible. Q. Because you are an older worker and have more experience, you will likely wind up serving as a teacher and mentor of your...

Do Older Workers Need a Nudge?

NY Times - July 27, 2011

Without knowledge that their employer perceives problems with their job performance, older workers are denied the chance to try to improve. The federal Age Discrimination in Employment Act does not, and was never intended to, protect older workers from any negative blip in their career plan......

Will an Older Work Force Increase Costs?

Business Finance Magazine - July 16, 2011

Older workers tend to be more responsible and dependable, but they may also ... limitations older workers may have by mixing and matching job requirements. ...while following career plan goals ...

The next era of benefits

Benefits Pro - July 8, 2011

But benefits for older workers, in particular, are being molded to suit a generation ... Employers Offer a Broader Range of Financial Education and Advice ,...

Employers Spruce Up Benefits to Keep Older Workers, BofA Says

Bloomberg - July 4, 2011

94% of the 650 executives and benefits administrators surveyed said it is important to keep older workers because the companies need their skills. Over half said they were offering flexible or customized schedules and more to encourage older workers to continue current career plans with their companies. "Older workers are essential to the company´s success..."...

2 Secrets to Keeping Your Employees Engaged

Small Business Trends - June 17, 2011

Not surprisingly, older workers, who had been with the company longer and had more senior roles were more likely to be engaged. Having continued success following their career development plan was the top factor for all employees..........

Smart companies find value in older employees

Biz Times - May 6, 2011

Please have a "fierce" conversation with your older workers before you let them go because you think you can´t afford them.. Often you will find them happy to transition into a different and part time job which may fit nicely with their career plan. Result: you may be able to keep the knowledge and productivity of a long time corporate contributor, and the older workers see a chance to glimpse the retired life they aren´t ready for right now...