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Ageism

Baby Boomers:
The Next Generation of Seniors in the Workplace
With a rise in workers over 65 in the workplace, the unease about negative stereotypes, myths, and discrimination in the workforce increases. It appears that seniors are undervalued and unfairly discriminated against in the workplace. Baby Boomers are fast approaching their golden years, and are remaining in a workforce that has an alleged prejudice against senior workers. Employers and employees must face the challenges of clashes in work ethics between generations, perceptions that it is more expensive to employ the older workers, and assumptions that older workers are not as capable of performing at their jobs as their younger counterparts. In addition, this paper will discuss the laws that are in place to protect individuals from discrimination of all types, including ageism.
Baby Boomers Approaching Golden Years
As the Baby Boomers approach their golden years, many of them still find themselves waking each morn...

Posted by: Margaret Rowden

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