Increasingly, there are more and more articles and pundits
discussing the aging workforce and the impact that has on
employers' operations. Although it is true that employers
should be proactive about creating succession plans for key
management positions to avoid operational issues when those
employees retire, employers should be careful about assuming an
employee is too old to perform well or learn something new.
In searching for this week's 5 Minute Laugh video, Chrissie
has actually made a departure from funny to inspiring. Meet
Mathilda Klein, who at 94 years old, is in a dance competition. At
less than half her age, I realize I certainly could not do half as
well. Here's the video of her solo routine which certainly
questions preconceived notions about when someone is too old to
perform well. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8LOdmka4_90