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2017 Thought Leaders Solutions Forum
Myth #7: What others—and you—think about aging affects aging.
True
Stereotypes negatively impact the productivity of older workers. In a study of age stereotypes within companies, those firms with weaker stereotype were more productive. Employees at these companies had a higher level of motiva- tion and investment in their work. Older workers were also more confident in their ability to succeed when they felt their supervisors were supportive of their learning engagements.
Old age stereotypes also impact the turnover rate of younger employees. Companies with the weaker old age stereotype saw a lower turnover rate than the companies with the stronger stereotype, as younger workers recognize how older employees are treated.
“Younger workers see what is happening with their older colleagues and they try to switch companies to where they see all the workers
are treated more fairly and supportively.”
—Ursula Staudinger
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