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Sadly, America’s older generation is being pushed out of the workforce. Asked to take early retirement to make room for the younger generation, many who were not ready to retire are no longer given a choice.
Unlike other countries where the older generation are looked to for wisdom and direction, America has relegated their older generation to Senior centers and retirement homes. We are basically loosing out on an important resource that we could be utilizing.
Many of the older generation are finding that they cannot survive on their pension or Social Security. Mutual funds have become highly unreliable with the economy these days. Many Seniors are finding it difficult to make ends meet, hence why they are looking for a supplemental income.
Why not consider hiring a Senior to work in your small business? Seniors will bring many benefits to your place of business.
*A good work ethic.
*Already trained and able to train the younger generation.
*Bring life experiences and wisdom to share.
*Many have Medicaid so may not need insurance.
*Most Seniors are looking to supplement their income, so do not look for top of the line salary.
*Most come into a new job with a good attitude ready to work.
Why not consider adding a Senior to your workplace? Try to strike a balance when hiring the older and younger generations. The younger will be the strength and the brawn; the older will bring the experience and wisdom. This makes for a win-win situation.
Just because someone has reached a certain age does not mean they are no longer useful. Everyone needs to have a reason for living; a purpose for rising every morning.