We treasure the advice of a world-class team of Advisers. They are in the forefront of our movement to elevate the status of 50+ workers in our culture. Here are two recent articles that illustrate their commitment and sage advice to workers in the new reality of ageing. Next For Me Advisor Karen Wickre penned this sage advice for LinkedIn. In the article she … [Read more...] about Our Advisers in the News – Tech After 50 and Modern Elders
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An Unpleasant Surprise – Laid Off After Decades At Work
This article was written by Next For Me member Diana Moreland. She was surprised to find after decades of working in tech that she was suddenly faced with the unspoken discrimination of being an 'older' worker. I’ve been working since the 70s and have never had trouble getting or keeping a job. I have been in IT since the mid-80s and although I have tolerated sexism … [Read more...] about An Unpleasant Surprise – Laid Off After Decades At Work
IBM’s Institutionalized Ageism
As it scrambled to compete in the internet world, the once-dominant tech company cut tens of thousands of U.S. workers, hitting its most senior employees hardest and flouting rules against age bias. ProPublica and Mother Jones published a hair raising investigative report on years of institutionalized ageism at 'Big Blue' told through the voices of the displaced workers. Many … [Read more...] about IBM’s Institutionalized Ageism
My Community: The Next For Me Member Program
What is 'My Community'? Our members are at the heart of everything we do. Subscribing to the Next For Me weekly newsletter is a commitment in your journey to uncover 'What's Next For Me?'. We created My Community as a way for you to get more involved and to connect with us at Next For Me HQ. Our members give feedback on marketing programs and test new features. My … [Read more...] about My Community: The Next For Me Member Program
