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The Two-for-One: A Serious Policy Proposal for Two Forgotten Generations
In one of my recent LinkedIn posts, I asked whether a paired placement model — combining a young NEET with an experienced over-50 who has been pushed out of the workforce — could address two crises at once. The response was striking enough that I want to set out what this would actually involve, and ... The Two-for-One: A Serious Policy Proposal for Two Forgotten Generations...
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LinkedIn for Senior Partners
Why They Don’t Use It, Why That Has to Change, and 20 Tips to Get Started ‘I’m surprised how easy it actually is.’ That is what a very senior partner at a major national law firm said to me recently, about 45 minutes into a LinkedIn training session. He had been a partner for over ... The Two-for-One: A Serious Policy Proposal for Two Forgotten Generations...
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The parallel CV opportunity – building early career blocks for your 40-something partners
This week we ran our latest Professional Services Retirement Forum, and I shared something that a senior partner said a few months ago. He said, “I encourage all the partners in my team to build a parallel CV”. We were discussing how his own parallel CV now gave him numerous options for his next steps ... The Two-for-One: A Serious Policy Proposal for Two Forgotten Generations...
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Would this solve the mental health crisis – and help NEETs and the 50+ unemployed?
Earlier this year, I was invited to join an Oxford University conference on Gen Z and intergenerational dynamics in the workforce. The day started well when I met Rebecca Robins, co-author of Five Generations at Work that she wrote with Patrick Dunne (a fellow former EY colleague) – and we had a great discussion on ... The Two-for-One: A Serious Policy Proposal for Two Forgotten Generations...
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Your biggest competitive advantage. You own it - are you using it?
I was talking recently to a director at a major strategic advisory firm. I was asking whether his clients might be interested in the issues I raise in my book Expiry Date Never – I am keen to do corporate briefings and help business leaders understand the enormous challenges and opportunities around the 50+ generation, ... The Two-for-One: A Serious Policy Proposal for Two Forgotten Generations...
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Why the Dordogne is not a perfect retirement
I have been lucky enough to spend the last week with my family in this idyllic spot in the Dordogne. Perfect for a family holiday (this is the link if you want to know more!) But we got to chatting to the owners, Rupert and Frank, and they mentioned in passing, “We know so many ... The Two-for-One: A Serious Policy Proposal for Two Forgotten Generations...
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The 2026 year book trend – three books for the magical 50+ generation
I am being asked to review books and sent copies – you know when you have achieved a clear personal brand because all the books are spot on for what we are doing! These three books are Age against the Machine by the rather wonderful Lucy Standing, psychologist and founder of Brave Starts; Alison Cork, ... The Two-for-One: A Serious Policy Proposal for Two Forgotten Generations...
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David Attenborough at 100. What are we doing writing people off at 50?
You cannot have missed it. The world stopped last week to celebrate David Attenborough’s 100th birthday. Children talking about how he made them love nature. Marine biologists and zoologists crediting him with their entire careers. A celebration at the Albert Hall. Plastered across billboards and even the King sending best wishes on behalf of ‘all ... The Two-for-One: A Serious Policy Proposal for Two Forgotten Generations...
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Longevity Nation: A Book That Should Be on Every Leader's Desk
I have a confession to make. When Michael Clinton’s Longevity Nation landed in my hands, I was simultaneously excited and slightly nervous. Michael and I have been in conversation about the longevity space for a while now and he had kindly agreed to read my manuscript for Expiry Date Never, the book I have written ... The Two-for-One: A Serious Policy Proposal for Two Forgotten Generations...
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