Organizational Behavior & Leadership in 21st Century: Assignment 1

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Organizational Behavior & Leadership in 21st Century Assignment 1 André Leonis February 16, 2015 Professor: Leon Guendoo

Organizational Behavior & Leadership in 21st Century: Assignment 1

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There are many ways to prevent age discrimination in the workplace. It is really important that employers and all the administrators of the company are aware of how crucial to the organization’s well being it is to understand and work against age discrimination. Once the leadership is trained and engaged in all matters to prevent age discrimination, the company will avoid many conflicts and possible lawsuits that might have happened without it. Here are some ways that employers can implement on their companies so that age discrimination is prevented: Promotions and raises policy. Companies administrators should develop a policy that rewards for performance, therefore creating an equal environment and fair positions competition. This policy would prioritize the more capable employee and provide training and educational opportunities for both young and older workers. (George N. Root III, 2014) Date of Birth. Removing the employee date of birth from paperwork that does not require it is a way to avoid age discrimination. For example, when doing a job opening post it is not necessary to mention age requirements. (George N. Root III, 2014) Be aware of the laws involving age discrimination. It is extremely important that managers are familiar with the laws. It is illegal to ask a potential employee their age. Managers have to be really careful when asking questions in an interview, so as not to indirectly ask about age. (George N. Root III, 2014) Staff training. All the employees should be aware of age discrimination. Leadership have to be sure that each employee is trained to guard against age