The document discusses how experienced workers aged 50+ are becoming increasingly important to the workforce. By 2022, workers aged 50+ will make up 35% of the workforce, increasing 62% since 2002. Employers value the experience, institutional knowledge, problem-solving skills, and reliability that experienced workers provide. Surveys find most employers believe experienced workers are valuable assets for training, mentoring, and addressing skills gaps. The document encourages experienced workers to recognize their strengths and rethink opportunities to remain engaged in the workforce.

1. How experienced workers
the workforce.
AARP study shows how workers 50+
are critical to successful businesses.
are (re)energizing

2. • From 2002 to 2022, the number of workers
age 50+ is expected to increase by 62%.1
• By 2022, the number of workers age 50+
will constitute 35% of the workforce.1
Candidates lack technical
competencies/hard skills
Candidates lack workplace
competencies/soft skills
An overall lack of
available candidates
40% of U.S. employers report difficulty filling jobs.2
Top reasons they struggle:
1
Source: Aon Hewitt analysis of Bureau of Labor Statistics data, and Mitra Toosi, Monthly Labor Review, December 2013
2
Source: ManpowerGroup 2014 Talent Shortage Survey of 1,013 U.S. employers
1
Leverage your
experience and
(re)visit your
opportunities.
47% 39% 36%

3. 1. Skilled trades 6. Accounting and finance staff
2. Restaurant and hotel staff 7. Laborers
3. Sales representatives 8. IT staff
4. Teachers 9. Engineers
5. Drivers 10. Nurses
Source: ManpowerGroup 2014 Talent Shortage Survey of 1,013 U.S. employers
2
Top 10 jobs U.S. employers are having difficulty filling:
(re)think your
opportunities.

4. believe workers 50+
are a valuable resource for
training and mentoring
3
Employers are taking note of the
(re)markable benefits you offer.
87%
A survey of more than 700 employers found:
Source: Transamerica. “Baby Boomers Are Revolutionizing Retirement: Are They And Their Employers Ready?” December 2014
believe workers 50+
are an important source of
institutional knowledge
believe workers 50+
have more knowledge,
wisdom and life experience
believe workers 50+
are more responsible,
reliable and dependable
believe workers 50+
are more adept at
problem solving
86%
82%
69%
59%

5. 1
Source: Aon Hewitt Engagement Database 2009-2013
4
Take a moment to (re)view
the positive factors in your favor.
Workers 50+
have many of the
attributes employers
are looking for.
65% 81%of employees age
55+ are engaged,
compared to 58-60%
of employees under
age 55.1
of workers age
55+ are motivated,
compared to 77% of
workers age 25-54.1

6. 1
Source: Towers Perrin and AARP. Investing in Training 50+ Workers: A Talent Management Strategy. 2008.
Survey results are based on a nationally representative survey of 1,048 workers age 50+ who were
employed at companies with at least 10 employees. Survey was fielded in December 2006.
5
77%
of workers 50+
are able to
keep up with
technology.1
79%
of workers 50+
are curious and
interested in
using technology
more in their job.1
Here’s how
experienced workers
are (re)energizing
the workforce.
Workers 50+ aren’t just engaged and loyal.

7. 6
Your next job may be
about more than just money.
(Re)set your mindset about your value in the workplace.
Always Be Learning
If your current employer offers training, take it, or consider looking for free
courses online. Keeping up to date with skills in your field is key to enhancing
your prospects.
Volunteer
Use volunteer opportunities to make connections and learn skills.
Get Connected
Build your online presence through social media. Employers will look for you
online in addition to evaluating your resume.

8. Discover all the resources that can help you
jumpstart your job search at AARP.org/work
It’s time to
(re)examine
your options.