I read with interest today's article in the Australian Financial Review entitled, "Old is anyone over 47" and had to share it with you.
Released today, the Westpac Women of Influence Report questioned nearly 1200 women and more than 500 men, earning over $85,000 a year and in senior leadership positions with responsibility for business performance or managing a team. Old workers are thought to be more expensive to retain than hiring young people, and have outdated skills. Old is now 47, the average age senior business leaders see discrimination becoming an issue for workers in Australia.
As I'm considered a 'mature age' worker and many of the clients I coach are, by the definition of this Report released today, 'old', I had to add my 2 cents worth. What are your thoughts? Here's the
link to the article with my thoughts and recommended solutions for job seekers.
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Here's a quick update on my iTunes Podcast,
Jane Jackson Careers. I've now released 11 episodes filled with great careers advice plus a number of radio interviews. The podcast has been picked up in the 'New and Noteworthy' section of iTunes for the past 3 weeks! That's very exciting for me and, I hope, very useful for all my listeners!
Listen to my latest episode on the
Top 3 Tips for a Stand Out LinkedIn Profile. I guarantee if you follow these tips you will boost your online brand greatly! If you like the podcast, please leave a review as it will help to generate interest and I will be able to help more people who need career advice.
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Get featured on iTunes! If you've made an interesting career change and would like to share your story on my Podcast,
email me as I'm lining up a series of interviews with successful career changers.
