51.   But those workers must combat the stereotypes of older workers.

52.   By encouraging lifelong learning, we could help older workers move into less physically demanding jobs.

53.   Cash-balance pension plans have drawn heavy criticism lately because they often reduce the pensions of older workers.

54.   Chabin added that it is not only for young people entering the market, but for older workers who are the mainstay of the industry.

55.   Clinton also believes that the industry needs to focus more on training people at home to meet employment needs, focusing on the poor and on older workers.

56.   Companies began giving older workers pink slips instead of gold watches, becoming more ruthless about cutting jobs.

57.   Companies may have to open up part-time executive positions to allow older workers to continue to contribute while creating promotion opportunities for younger people.

58.   Companies in many fields have been accused of pushing out older workers with early retirement offers while hiring younger workers with lower salaries.

59.   Companies want to retain the option of letting older workers go instead of firing younger ones.

60.   Companies have also been snapping up older workers who have taken early-retirement bonuses from other employers.