Retiring at 65: Is it an outdated idea?  

Host Zannat Reza discusses retirement and its implications for our aging population. With over 37% of Canadians aged 50 and over claiming they can't afford to retire, is the notion of retiring at 65 outdated?  

Zannat Reza talks with Lisa Taylor, author of The Talent Revolution and president of Challenge Factory, about the new era of work and aging. With our aging population and people living longer, traditional notions of retirement are quickly becoming outdated. Zannat and Lisa discuss the drivers of the future of work and how we can better use our years of expertise. They also address ageism in the workplace. They explain how ageism can cause employees to feel undervalued and unsupported, leading to a lack of engagement and productivity.  

Lisa & Zannat offer advice for both employers and employees, highlighting the importance of recognizing and addressing ageism in the workplace. They also discuss the benefits of creating a workforce that values diversity in all its forms, including age diversity. Lisa also provides practical tips for organizations looking to engage and retain their older workers, 

Join the conversation about the future of work and aging. 

Chapters: 

• (00:00 ) - Episode Introduction
  


• (01:21 ) - Is retirement at 65 outdated?
  


• (03:15 ) - Demographics and Career Ownership
  


• (04:19 ) - Ageism in the workplace
  


• (08:17 ) - The Broken Talent Escalator
  


• (10:30 ) - Importance of Age Diversity
  


• (11:50 ) - Finding a Good Fit
  


• (12:40 ) - Engaging Older Workers
  


• (16:33 ) - Future of Aging: The Final 2 Questions