Summary
A 58-year-old woman named Jennifer Schroeder was asked to train a younger, less-experienced employee who received a promotion over her. She declined, leading to tensions at her workplace and eventually receiving a severance package. Schroeder now advocates against age discrimination, using her experience to inspire others.
Key Facts
- Jennifer Schroeder, aged 58, worked in the corporate world for over 20 years.
- She was passed over for a promotion in favor of a 25-year-old with no experience.
- Schroeder was asked to train the younger employee but refused.
- Her refusal led to meetings with HR, and she eventually left the company with a severance package.
- Age discrimination is common, with 64% of U.S. workers over 50 having experienced it.
- Schroeder now shares her experiences on TikTok to support and guide others dealing with age bias in workplaces.
- Videos related to her story have gone viral, attracting millions of views.
- Age discrimination includes stereotypes about older employees being less tech-savvy and resistant to change.
