Years of experience, loyalty, and the ability to solve problems with perspective – all this is often what employees aged 50 and over bring to their work.
Yet in many companies, this group is still seen as risky: slower, less adaptable, or technologically weaker.
In reality, however, it is becoming increasingly clear that age itself is not a limitation – quite the opposite.
In an ageing population, the 50+ group represents an increasingly important part of the workforce.
According to the Czech Statistical Office, employees over 50 now make up more than 30% of the economically active population, and their share continues to grow.
A change in perspective on this group can open new opportunities for companies – and help stabilise teams that currently struggle with turnover, lack of experience, or low motivation among younger employees.
It’s not about special treatment – it’s about respecting their life stage and health needs.
Well-designed working conditions and smart HR practices can make a huge difference:
Ergonomics and health prevention: adjustments to the workplace, reduced physical strain, regular health checks, or access to rehabilitation.
Flexibility: part-time work, shorter shifts, or flexible working hours help employees manage workloads while maintaining recovery and balance.
Mentoring: knowledge can be shared – older colleagues can become valuable mentors and sources of stability for new team members.
Employers can also benefit from financial support provided by the Labour Office, for example through the “Age Is Not a Barrier” (VNP) initiative.
According to recent surveys by recruitment agencies, over 80% of companies now actively hire people aged 50+ as part of their HR strategy.
Data also show that:
Employees aged 50+ have lower turnover rates than younger workers.
They are more loyal and stable.
They are willing to learn new things – especially when they feel trust and support.
Experience, composure in challenging situations, and overall stability make older employees not just “temporary help” but true pillars of company teams.
Companies that actively embrace age diversity are now gaining an advantage – not only in performance but also in public perception.
For example, the award “Company Friendly to the Employment of People 55+”, given within the Employment Pacts initiative, recognises employers who take concrete steps toward greater inclusion of older workers.
Employees aged 50+ are not the past.
They are the key to a sustainable labour market.
In an environment where the demand for stability, efficiency, and loyalty is growing, older employees often represent the most solid foundation of a team.
A change in approach doesn’t have to be complicated – but it can bring unexpectedly positive results.
We believe in long-term cooperation.
We help companies divide their recruitment efforts into smaller, practical steps, focus on less visible target groups, find effective combinations of work arrangements, and prepare teams for generational change – with an emphasis on sustainability, loyalty, and quality of work.
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