Companies are overlooking benefits of hiring older employees, says Wharton professor Peter Cappelli.
Episode Description
Are companies overlooking the benefits of hiring older employees? The Wharton School Professor Peter Cappelli discusses the advantages of hiring older employees.
EPISODE OVERVIEW Companies can benefit from the experience and flexibility of older workers, says Wharton’s Peter Cappelli. What will it take for employers to stop age discrimination and change their approach to retirement?
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Brief Summary
Age discrimination prevents many older workers from continuing their careers despite their desire and qualifications.
Key points
- The Age Discrimination Dilemma. 77% of retirement-age employees want to keep working, but many face discrimination.
- The Value of Older Workers. Older employees outperform younger ones in attendance, turnover, and social skills.
