It’s sad that older workers are often looked at as no longer beneficial to some companies. These are the folks we should rely on for advice as to what not to do and gain from their experience, which Mercedes has thankfully begun to do. Are you out of shape and stuck behind a desk every day? If so, find some easy ways to get back in shape and avoid gaining unwanted weight. Do you know how to think strategically? This is an important part of growing and understanding the company needs that can help you become promoted. Take a look at these three articles and learn how to value older employees, stay in shape when you’re in a sedentary job and think more strategically about what needs to get done for your company.
Young at Heart? Mercedes Cultivates its Aging Workforce
Reuters Article:
While Mercedes has recognized an aging workforce in Germany, what to do to make sure those who are getting along in years are still viewed as viable and important in the workforce can be a challenge. Even though many younger generations may understand and utilize technology more than older ones, doesn’t mean those who are in the middle of their lives or beyond won’t be able to contribute to the workforce, but a mindset shift is needed. Mercedes has found a way to make sure everyone understands that workers of all ages are able to contribute and be an important part of what happens at Mercedes and around Germany. The older workforce is being cultivated to offer the expertise that only comes with years of experience and the wisdom to know what should and shouldn’t be done, which can be passed down to younger generations.
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4 Easy Ways to Stay in Shape When You Work from Home
Inc. Article:
When you work from home you have a flexible schedule, which is a huge benefit. Unfortunately, that flexibility often comes to a head when you get behind or you need to get more done in a week than you would have normally planned. If you’re beginning to get out of shape because you’re spending hours on end behind a computer, you need to find ways to make sure you can stay in shape or get back in shape, which can fit into your schedule. The advice in this article can work great not only for those who work from home and are seated behind a computer for hours on end but also for those who spend time in an office and have to sit behind a computer all day as well.
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How to Be a Strategic Thinker
Society for Human Resource Management Article:
Whether you’re part of the HR team and need to understand how your job is affected by the turnover experienced and the different strategies of the company, or you simply want to be more involved as you move up the leadership ladder, understanding how to be a strategic thinker is important. Do you know how to prioritize your time so that you can focus on the projects that will make the greatest impact in your company? Do you know how to be nimble in your thought process to be able to move from one item to another and accept change when it needs to take place? These are only a couple of the aspects of thinking strategically that you can develop and understand in order to become a much better leader and think about the needs of the company you work for.
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