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7 Ways to Stay Relevant in the Workforce

For Workers 50 & Older, It's Adapt or Become Irrelevant

3. Remain Open to Suggestion

Terri Ghio of The Style Movement in Long Beach, CA, is an over-50 executive who surrounds herself "with bright young people. I always ask their opinions and share with them how things have transitioned. They pick up things from me and adapt them to fit their own perspectives. Being open and engaging is the most important."

One thing to watch: "Be careful when giving direction to younger folks. They are out of the house and do not want to feel it is their parents ordering them around again."

 

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