Boomers Are Worried About Being ‘Aged Out’ at Work [Video]

A new survey has revealed mounting anxiety among baby boomers about ageism and its impact on their careers.

Conducted between August 1 and 7 by Talker Research, the survey collected responses from 2,000 employed Americans, asking them how they felt about their jobs.

The findings are stark: 37 percent of baby boomers, aged 58 to 76, worry about being “aged out” of their roles as they grow older. Another 36 percent fear their ability to stay productive could wane with age, while nearly 42 percent expressed concerns that physical mobility or health problems might hinder their job performance.

The Evolution of Business

“Ageism can be a problem for people in the workforce and is dependent on specific scenarios,” Michelle Enjoli, a career coach and leadership speaker, told Newsweek.

“The most common case I see with ageism is when an employee is affected due to the evolution of an industry or business. These changes often require …