Too young for the job: Tackling ‘reverse ageism’ in the workplace

Age discrimination affects not only the older generation. Millennial and Gen Z job seekers are seen as too inexperienced to be taken seriously.

Reverse ageism is not new, but it has been gaining traction lately among young employees in post-pandemic times. PHOTO: ST FILE
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“Make sure to look your age.”

This was my friend’s blunt advice to me when I told her I was gearing up for a fellowship interview a few weeks ago.

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