The Age Discrimination Crisis in Australia - And What To Do About It

Episode notes

Love Your Career Podcast? Let us know! Caught Between a Rock and a Hard Place - Age Discrimination in Australia New research from the Australian Human Rights Commission reveals a shocking truth: employers are crying out for workers while systematically excluding them based on age. Key findings show only 56% of employers will hire 50-64 year olds, dropping to 28% for those 65+, while just 41% are open to hiring 15-24 year olds. Even more concerning - 24% of HR professionals now classify workers over 50 as "older," up 10% from 2023! Jane explores why this research is important to mid-career professionals, and shares strategies mature Australian workers can use to navigate this challenging landscape with confidence. For help to navigate these challenges, join Jane’s CAREER SUCCESS PROGRAM at Book one-on-one coaching support with Jane at Read the full article with links to research findings here: - Welcome to Your Career Podcast with Jane Jackson where I help mid career professionals overcome self doubt and gain career clarity and the confidence to create the life and career they desire.

Related episodes across the Index

Other episodes covering the same guests and topics, from across The B2B Podcast Index.

• Managing Your WORK IDENTITY: Authenticity, Bias, & Resume Whitening with Professor Sonia Kang (ep. 216)Talk About Talk · on ageism86 / 100
• E102: Defy Ageism and Find a More Fulfilling Career Path in Your 50s and Beyond with John TarnoffThe Inner Edge · on ageism

• The Life Story Project with Yve Lavine and Jane Jackson46 / 100
• Career Reinvention, Retirement and Building a Richer Life with Hannah Martin and Jane Jackson56 / 100
• Give to Gain for Career and Business Growth54 / 100
• Career Clarity for Mid-Career Professionals33 / 100
• Grow Your Consulting Business - In Conversation with Jane Anderson57 / 100