Age discrimination in the workplace is a serious issue that can affect the well-being and professional opportunities of older employees. While this reality may be subtle and challenging to identify, there are certain signs and behaviors that can indicate the presence...
Age discrimination
2 clear signs of age discrimination at work
Let’s make this clear: Every employee deserves a fair and discrimination-free workplace regardless of gender, age, race, religion or disability. In fact, both federal and Michigan laws prohibit all forms of discrimination in the workplace. Unfortunately, age...
Is your employer trying to make you look unproductive?
Employers are often focused on productivity, and your boss likely does everything they can to make you as productive as possible. That’s why it can be very jarring when this changes. For example, maybe you have certain quotas that you have to meet in terms of sales...
Signs your boss is pushing you out as an older manager
Discrimination comes in various forms. One type of discrimination that is often overlooked is ageism. Every individual has their own unique skill set and attitude. For this reason, it is actually better for companies to have a diverse workforce. Sadly, many employers...
Workplace ageism begins earlier than you think
Age discrimination has been around for generations of workers across many sectors of employment. But a newer and even more disturbing trend is the much earlier onset of workplace ageism. In decades past, older employees were more favorably perceived. Those with years...
What can you do if you were fired because of your age?
You loved your job, and you were loyal to your employer, too. Your work ethic was unquestionable. For decades, your co-workers have counted on your experience and wisdom in the workplace. Then, your boss summoned you to their office one morning to break the news of...
Is ageism the reason your boss passed you over for a promotion?
The longer you have worked for a company, the more experience and industry connections you bring to the table. You can handle the same tasks as younger workers and will likely be more efficient at them. Whether you work in engineering or in the sales department, you...
Why ageism deprives companies of the benefits of older workers
Any type of discrimination in the workplace is unacceptable and damaging to all parties. Discrimination comes in numerous forms, and ageism is an angle that is often overlooked. Age is considered a protected characteristic in law at both the state and federal levels....
Are you facing age discrimination at your workplace?
It can be rather distressing for an employee when the employer starts profiling employees based on their age rather than their qualifications or skills when hiring, firing, and giving promotions. Such discrimination can prevent you from landing a job or achieving your...
45 is the new 55 when it comes to age discrimination
Ask any American what the traditional age for retirement is in the United States and they will most likely answer “65.” However, during the past two decades, a new trend has emerged. First, it targeted the Baby Boomers, deeming those who are 55 years or older unfit to...