An older worker needs an employer who is “age-neutral.” What this means in practical terms is that they hire, evaluate, promote employees and train managers and supervisors how to benefit from age diversity. You don’t have to be a Columbo or Hercule Poirot to spot age neutral policies when they are there. Here are some of them for the record. They fall into five major categories. 1. Recruiting An age-neutral company will recruit in an age-neutral fashion. Job ads will mention maturity and work experience as desirable factors. Ads will also be placed in publications, agencies and on web sites … Continue reading →