Managers used to think that older workers were less productive, had less stamina, were difficult to train, were inflexible, were a greater safety risk, and couldn’t work as many hours as younger workers. Unfortunately, these old and erroneous views have led to stereotypes and workplace discrimination of older workers. Today’s best managers know that these beliefs are false, and they value employees of all ages. Today, a significant number of employees stay healthy and illness-free well into their seventies.
Source: Macik-Frey, M., Quick, J. C., & Nelson, D. L. 2008, December. Advances in occupational health: From a stressful beginning to a positive future. Journal of Management, 33, 809-840.
