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The Age of Self-Sabotage: How to Stop Undermining Yourself With Internalized Ageism

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Working in media where youth is literally a commodity and a crop of fresh college grads in the “right demo” always seems to be waiting in the wings, I’m perhaps even more discomfited about staring down my half-century mark than my peers in other industries. Say, ‘I’ve seen this industry evolve; here’s how I’ve evolved with it.’

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Why It’s Time to Retire the Term “Hybrid Work”

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Research from Future Forum and conversations with industry experts are helping employers cut through the noise about hybrid work and think more strategically about supporting flexibility. . The word “hybrid” gets used a lot relative to workplace strategy, but it may be time to retire the term. .

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Yet More on the Changing Nature of Retirement

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We've covered the changing nature of retirement so often in our Baby Boomer section we feel like we're feeding a fed horse by covering it again. But it's an important trend and there continues to be a flurry of interesting articles on working in and/or delaying retirement. But that doesn't necessarily lead to happiness.

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6 Ways Gen X Leaders Are Shaping The Future Of Work

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This trait is evident in Gen X business leaders such as Elon Musk, whose ventures in sustainable energy and space exploration have elevated the aims and aspirations of individuals across generations and from various industries. Gen X leaders prefer mentoring to micromanaging and are committed to promoting diverse and inclusive teams.

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Modern Mentorship Is Changing, But It’s Still About Relationships

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It was such a good lesson,” Watts says, “because that’s what we look for from our mentors. There can be forced matches, a lack of chemistry between mentors and mentees, and people who feel obligated to take part in something they don’t want to do.”. You can Google ‘ Do I need a mentor ?’ They’re looking to get better.

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As I Enter My 60s, Here’s the Advice I Would Give to My Younger Self

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Now, as I watch the media industry implode, see companies downsize or fold completely, feel empathy for so many people getting laid off and read stories about pay inequity between men and women in similar roles, I’m so glad my business, my income and my future rests solely in my hands. I wanted the “security” of a job.

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Lessons From Past Recessions

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Am I anticipating any major life events with significant expenses attached (like a new baby or retirement)? Refresh any connections you’ve lost with coworkers, mentors or other professionals, especially if they are outside your current company or industry. Where can I cut back on the rest of my spending if it becomes necessary?