Investing in older workers makes financial sense
Did you know that L&D investment in older workers is less than 50% of that for younger workers? The business case, however, is compelling that investing in older workers can…
Older workers – challenging myths with fascinating facts
There are also many myths about older workers that need to be challenged – here are a few with some fascinating facts: Myth: Some believe that older workers are more…
Is the adventure the journey or getting to the destination? I discovered my own answer this week …
This week my research was published in a respected Coaching Research journal – the culmination of over 2 years work for my Masters. And here it is … https://doi.org/10.24384/8s09-x110 I…
Investing in mid-lifers means increased productivity. Here are the facts …
The productivity gap is a major issue for UK Plc and investing in mid-lifers is a crucial part of the answer. According to BITC, older workers are vital to the…
Mid-lifers are the answer – so why don’t businesses invest in them?
According to the Office of National Statistics, ‘mid-lifers’ are the fastest growing population but, in practice, investment for most businesses is heavily skewed to those in early career. Older workers…
Dancing with fear and confidence
During mid-life career change (or reinvention), a fascinating interplay emerges between fear and confidence – one that is both dynamic and frequently changing. Fascinating because the relationship appears not to…
Am I ready for a mid-life career reinvention?
The honest answer is – we never truly are. Maybe a better question is – how do I know I am ready enough? The idea of ‘systemic readiness’ In my…
Letting go to enable career change – endings come first
When it comes to career change, like many other life changes, being prepared to ‘end’ is as important as being ready and open to a new beginning. In his well…
