The impact of age norms and discrimination in employment markets: Psychological factors influencing midlife workers' career mobility choices

Abstract

Purpose

This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies.

Design/methodology/approach

This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context.

Findings

This research paper reveals how perceived career youth norms have the power to significantly dampen the career transition mobility of individuals aged 35 and over. Overcoming the barrier to changing careers presented by these workplace youth norms is most achievable for midlife workers who possess effective levels of resilience, the mental skill of positive reframing, and a low sense of commitment to their current employer.

Originality/value

The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

Citation

(2019), "The impact of age norms and discrimination in employment markets: Psychological factors influencing midlife workers' career mobility choices", Human Resource Management International Digest, Vol. 27 No. 3, pp. 17-19. https://doi.org/10.1108/HRMID-03-2019-0076