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NOTE: Titles with links will take you directly to the full-text of the article, otherwise they are available at Wellington City Libraries (Central)
Age biases in employment : impact of talent shortages and age on hiring (pdf)
Authors: Wilson, Marie (University of Auckland Business School); Parker, Polly (University of Queensland Business School) Kan, Jordan
Source: University of Auckland Business Review, Aut 2007; v.9 n.1: pp 33-41
Abstract: This in-depth academic article looks at age discrimination in the workforce and how this must be addressed in policy and in practice. Their findings indicated that younger workers were more likely to be shortlisted for jobs. Gives advice for older workers.
Staying alive
Author: Black, Joanne
Source: Listener, 14 Jul 2007; v.209 n.3505: pp 14-19
Abstract: The article looks at why New Zealanders are continuing to work past their retirement age.
Older workers have plenty to contribute (Library holds 1st floor)
Author: Power, J. F.
Source: MG Business: Mercantile Gazette, 23 Oct 2006; v.130 n.5503:p.11
Abstract: Discusses how employers can enable older workers to remain usefully employed.
Saving workers from macrame (Library holds 1st floor)
Author: Fulton, Anne
Source: People and Performance, Oct/Nov 2006; v.14 n.3:pp 11-12
Abstract: Another interesting article which seeks to advise how organisations can best utilise their older worker.
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How not to act your age at work
Authors: Kadlec, Dan
Source: Money; Dec2008, Vol. 37 Issue 12, pp 44-46
Abstract: Amusing article which still manages to give practical advice to older workers on how to stay up-to-date with technology and therefore keep their job. Advice is given on blogging, twittering, wiki web pages and texting within a business context.
Toyota program "skilling up" younger workers. (cover story)
Authors: Goldsmith, Carole
Source: Manufacturers' Monthly; Sep2008, pp 18-19
Abstract: A huge number of Japanese workers started retiring in 2007. This article looks at how knowledge is being transferred to younger workers, but also looks at how Toyota is running programmes for re-employing the mature workers including the Skilled Partner Programme (SPP)
Lining up that second career takes focus
Authors: Hannon, Kerry
Source: U.S. News & World Report; 1 September 2008 Vol. 145 Issue 5, pp 86-88
Abstract: A short pithy article on people who have switched their careers later in life. There are useful steps outlined to assist people planning a mid-career switch which include networking and how to research the job market.
Wooing older workers
Author: Reed, Philippa
Source: Human Resources, Oct/Nov 2008; v.13 n.4:pp 28-29
Abstract: Another article reporting on the findings of the EEO Trust Work & Age Survey and discusses the benefits of employing older workers. Recognises the benefits of employing older workers, and offers twelve tips for doing so.
Reinvent your career, and get ready for for the next 30 years
Authors: Erickson, Tamara J.
Source: T+D; Jul2008, Vol. 62 Issue 7, pp 36-39
Abstract: This is a really positive article which looks at how longer life spans enable people who have retired to reinvent themselves and perhaps get involved in doing perhaps what they have always wanted to do. It also looks at ways of those who don't want to retire, can negotiate a more flexible way of working with their employer.
Safeguarding the intellectual capital of baby boomers
Authors: Kaye, Beverly
Cohen, Joyce
Source: T+D; Apr2008, Vol. 62 Issue 4, pp 30-33
Abstract: Although it is primarily addressed to employers, this is a another good article outlining why organisations should make the workplace less age discriminatory and enable vital knowledge and skills to be passed from one generation of workers to another.
Overaged are underrated - implications of an ageing workforce
Author: Birchfield, Reg J.
Source: New Zealand Management Mar 2008; v.55 n.2 pp 28-29
Abstract: The article reports on the recent study by NZIM and Institute of Policy Studies into New Zealand's aging workforce, and what this will mean in the future.
'Til death do us part?
Author: Le Pla, Ruth
Source: NZ Business, Mar 2008; v.22 n.2: pp 32-36
Abstract: This interesting article comments on the findings of the EEO Trust Work & Age Survey and looks at how businesses are dealing with the rapidly ageing workforce. Also includes ten tips on how businesses can successfully manage older workers.
Mid-lifers lured by OE
Author: Shepheard, Nicola
Source: Herald on Sunday, 29 Jun 2008; n.195:pp 30-31
Abstract: Looks at the growing numbers of mid-life New Zealanders who are heading offshore to live or work. It talks with some of the people who are doing just this as well as two women who have been researching the trend.
Champions of the new age
Author: Du Chateau, Carroll
Source: New Zealand Herald, 1 Dec 2007; p.B4
Abstract: This is another positive article on how businesses are appreciating older and more experienced workers and how they are trying to retain these staff.
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