From Slate Magazine · Doree Shafrir · · 1m 10s
Boss Replacement Candidates All Young
Young candidates for boss replacement show age gap.
In brief
Young candidates for boss replacement show age gap. A 43-year-old employee notices all replacement candidates for her six-year boss are in their late 20s or early 30s, raising concerns about ageism in hiring. Originally reported by Slate Magazine.
Employee shares experience
I've been at my company for six years. My department grew from two people to ten.
Boss leaving soon
Jen has been my boss for six years and is leaving soon after getting a new job.
All candidates young
All three interviewed candidates are in their late 20s or very early 30s.
Employee feels ageist
I feel ageist noticing candidates are all so young when they have less experience than me.
Employee's team status
I'll be the oldest person on my team by several years after Jen leaves.
Employee's personal life
I'm married and a mother; the team has one other married person and no other parents.
Employee's concerns
I don't know why all candidates are so young and feel uncomfortable asking Dan about it.
Expert response
Ageism is real but structural forces make linear career paths complicated now.
The one thing
A 43-year-old employee notices all replacement candidates for her six-year boss are in their late 20s or early 30s, raising concerns about ageism in hiring.
