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Dan Pontefract discusses the increasing value of experience in the workplace amidst changing demographics and labor shortages.

Everyone talks about AI as the future of work. But what if the bigger story is something we're overlooking? In this episode, JR speaks with leadership strategist and author Dan Pontefract about why experience—not youth—may become one of the most valuable assets in tomorrow's workplace. As workforces age and labor shortages grow, Dan argues that organizations must rethink how they hire, develop, and retain talent—or risk losing decades of knowledge and expertise. In this episode, you'll learn: Why demographic change may have a bigger impact on work than AI What "age debt" is—and why organizations aren't prepared for it How ageism affects professionals at every stage of their careers Why traditional generational labels may be doing more harm than good Dan's "Rivers, Rocks, and Rubies" framework for understanding career growth How organizations can turn experience into a competitive advantage instead of treating it as a cost What professionals can do to build careers that remain relevant and rewarding for decades Whether you're just starting your career, leading a team, or thinking about what's next in your 50s, 60s, and beyond, this conversation will challenge many of the…

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