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"You need us": why over 50s need to be "old and bold" to fight ageism at work
"You need us": why over 50s need to be "old and bold" to fight ageism at work
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Length:
25 minutes
Released:
May 10, 2021
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Podcast episode
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How old is "old" at work and why are some employers admitting they are reluctant to hire older workers in spite of Australia facing a skills shortage? We dig into ageism at work and what needs to change with Age Discrimination Commissioner Dr Kay Patterson and CEO of Australian HR Institute, Sarah McCann-Bartlett. And ad agency Thinkerbell co-founder Adam Ferrier runs us through his internship program for over 55s.Producer: Maria Tickle
Released:
May 10, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode
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