Fighting Ageism in Tech Recruitment
Age discrimination is a persistent issue in tech hiring. With the industry's fixation on youth and emphasis on newness, experienced professionals can often be overlooked. However, writing off mature applicants is both unethical and detrimental to building strong, diverse teams. Here's how to avoid ageism in your recruitment process. The Pitfalls of Ageism Ageism manifests in biases like: ● Assuming older applicants lack energy or flexibility ● Believing more seasoned workers are resistant to change or unable to learn new skills ● Hiring younger people because you connect better with them These preconceived notions overlook the tangible benefits of both early and later career tech professionals. They also promote illegal and damaging discrimination that impacts people's livelihoods. Creating an Inclusive Hiring Process Work with your IT employment agency and in-house recruiters to: ● Craft job ads focused on required skills vs years of experience ● Objectively screen all age...