Ageism

Business News

I Was Told I Was Too Old for a New Tech Job. Now I'm Fighting Back.

I've been to 92 countries and earned an income in every one of them. This is the first time in my career that I've ever had more than 24 hours that I have not been employed somewhere.

Business News

Women Are Always the Wrong Age

Women in every age bracket reported facing workplace age discrimination in a new survey.

Leadership

4 Ways Inclusive Leaders Reduce Ageism

When we understand how age is operating in our companies, we avoid mistakes and limit risk. More importantly, through disciplined thinking and bringing a fresh approach to creativity and innovation, our people can contribute everything they can from their life experiences.

Growing a Business

5 Ways to Combat Ageism When You're a Young Entrepreneur

Prejudice against young entrepreneurs has more to do with experience than the number of candles on your birthday cake. Here's how to succeed in spite of it.

Business News

New Study Debunks Age Bias in the Workplace. What Does That Mean for Your Business?

The latest data suggests that employees of all generations prefer a diverse environment.

Making a Change

The Wonder Woman Disrupter Next Door: Catching Up With Trailblazer Jo-Ann Mendles

It's been a year since 'Disrupters' hit bookshelves. Jo-Ann Mendles continues on her path of personal redefinition as she drives disruption and seeks out her next 'big thing.'

Thought Leaders

The 3 Things Women Over 50 Can Do to Keep Their Jobs

'You went to school with Abe Lincoln, right?' an older woman exec was asked by a young colleague. Here's what she should have done in response.

News and Trends

Ageism at Workplace: The Discrimination no-one Talks About

Behind this subtle yet powerful discrimination are a series of myths associated with age and we need to address

Thought Leaders

Ageism and the Gender Pay Gap: Why Getting Older Can Be Problematic for Women

The U.S. workforce as a whole is getting older. Can we afford to discriminate against people, particularly women, on the basis of age?

Thought Leaders

Combating Reverse Ageism as a Young Entrepreneur

When starting out in business as a young entrepreneur, your age is often a major obstacle to overcome.

Leadership

Ageism Is Hurting Your Tech Company's Hiring More Than You Realize

Don't overlook candidates just because they have a few years of experience.

Leadership

These Complaints About Millennials Are Actually Good Reasons You Should Hire Them

The 'personality flaws' of millennials can just as easily be seen as desirable attributes – ones that can help your company achieve prosperity and success.

Growth Strategies

7 Practical Ways to Reduce Bias in Your Hiring Process

Companies like Facebook, Google, Apple, Microsoft, Twitter and others have recently announced their commitment towards gender diversity at workplaces

Thought Leaders

Meet the 91-Year-Old Who Is Finally Living Her Dream as a Tech Designer in Silicon Valley

The team at IDEO, an innovation and design firm, is inspired by Barbara Beskind's unique perspective and enthused by her resolve.

Science & Technology

30 or Older? Sorry, You'll Have to Pay Twice as Much to Use Tinder's New Premium Features.

The viral dating app stirs up yet more controversy with its Tinder Plus pricing structure.