Daniel
Hines begins this article comparing older job seekers with classy old
cars, viewed by many employers as great but too valuable for regular
use. Age discrimination is the culprit and the proof is disguised in the
response from employers such as "you are too qualified...we can't
afford someone of your talent and experience...we have changed our focus
and need someone with less experience and salary requirements...you have
a wonderful background, but it doesn't fit our needs..."
“What
then is to be done? The first thing is the establishment of a proactive
program by organizations representing the rights of aging adults to
aggressively work to ensure that the rights of these workers are being
protected.” But, Hines concludes that this is not enough.
“There
must also be a proactive communications effort in which the abilities of
aging workers are not only explained to potential employers, but in
which there is a greater public appreciation of the contributions of
older employees to our society in terms of the experience and knowledge
they offer. In short--it is time to work to help ensure that older
workers and job applicants receive public support for their
contributions and that they not merely be regarded as one might view an
older automobile…”
Thank
you Mr. Hines from the 50+ Career Connection.
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