Experience - Mature workers possess work experience and on-the-job education, which has honed their analytical and personal skills, making them cost-effective workers. They’re willing to share this massive resource with your company to increase value and productivity!

Flexibility - Mature workers, especially those in “post-retirement” display a greater willingness to accept alternative work arrangements, such as part-time or contingent modes. They’re willing to work with you to make your company the best it can be!

Loyalty - Mature workers are socially and economically stable, at a point in their lives where family transitions are minimal and when the priorities if valuable work and commitment to their job is high. They are thoroughly reliable. They’ll outlast training in new skills and operations, and know the value of a good employer. They’ll be there for you and will be solid pillars as you build your company!

Source: “New Opportunities for Older Workers”, Committee for Economic Development, 1999

HR MANAGERS ACROSS THE COUNTRY AGREE!
In an AARP survey of 400 companies with 50 or more employees, HR managers
identified the top seven qualities present in mature workers:

1. Loyalty and dedication to the company
2. Commitment to doing quality work
3. Someone you can count on in a crisis
4. Solid performance record
5. Basic skills in reading, writing and arithmetic
6. Solid experience in job and/or industry
7. Get along with co-workers

Source: “American Business and Older Employees”, AARP, 2000

1. Keep your skills current (especially computer and other technical skills)
2. Keep your resume current
3. Stay informed about today’s changing workplace
4. Sell yourself in your interview; stress your strengths and how you are a good fit for the company
5. Know your rights under the Age Discrimination in Employment Act
6. Network, network, network!
7. Make sure everyone knows that you know how to use a computer
8. In an interview, focus on the job, not the benefits
9. Be willing to be flexible
10. Be a little humble in your interview; don’t act as if you know all the answers

Source: “American Business and Older Employees”, AARP, 2000

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