Office workers in Helsinki. LEHTIKUVA
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A recent study from the Finnish Institute of Occupational Health has highlighted a paradox in the Finnish workforce: individuals over 55 report higher work engagement and well-being compared to their younger counterparts, yet face significant obstacles due to age-related biases. The Institute urges workplaces to take active steps in supporting the careers of their more seasoned staff.
According to the “How is Finland doing?” study presented at the Työpuntari event, workers aged 55 and above experience more autonomy and less physical strain, contributing to less monotony and higher overall job satisfaction. These findings contradict the prevalent assumption that older workers struggle more with work demands. Research Professor Mikko Härmä of the Finnish Institute of Occupational Health noted that senior employees usually report fewer work-related stress factors and possess more robust re
Source: www.helsinkitimes.fi
