WoWT partnership receives funding to support reskilling mature-age professionals in cyber security
We empower experienced professionals 45+ to find great work or start a business of their own
Workplace Innovations We Love!
Thrive@55 is a fantastic 8 week paid internship targeted at older workers in the advertising industry. The internship is being offered by Thinkerbell, which describes itself as an agency that brings together scientific enquiry and creative thinking. The agency is concerned about the “massive” underrepresentation of the 55+ age group in the industry. Internships are available across a broad range of skills from account management to design.
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Thinking Out Loud
Debunking the myths
Myths about mature-age workers contribute to negative stereotypes that limit their opportunities. Constantly debunking these myths in a range of forums is necessary to encourage employers and younger people to think differently about their older colleagues.
Malcolm Ryan
Malcolm Ryan talks about the challenges he faced to find an innovative way of turning rhubarb into a chocolate coated sweet delight. He has achieved that and so much more.
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The modern career – it’s all about freedom to change direction
The idea of a linear career is being disrupted. The traditional career trajectory is changing as workers, especially those of mature-age seek opportunities to move in new directions.
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