When asked what were some disadvantages of hiring older workers, only 7% of HR professionals responded that older workers do not work well with other generations; 19% responded that there are no disadvantages.

Collison, J. (2003). Older workers survey. Alexandria, VA: Society for Human Resource Management Research Department.

“Invitations went out to 2,500 SHRM members with 357 invitations returned. The survey received a 20% response rate, with 428 HR professionals completing it. The following report analyzes the results of the survey. It contains numerous tables and charts that capture the participants’ responses and includes a copy of the survey questionnaire at the end. The results are first analyzed by overall responses and then by industry, size, and sector.” (p. v)

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