Demographic futurist Bradley Schurman joins Jordan Harbinger to explore a future where over-65s outnumber under-18s — and the changes society will have to face.

Some companies are offering paid leave for new grandparents. Bradley Schurman, CEO and co-founder of The Super Age consulting firm says companies are looking ahead to a drop-off in available workers caused by lower Gen Z birthrates and trying to position themselves as employee-friendly.

Whether two days or two weeks, mid- and late-career employees say they appreciate time off tailored to their age and stage of life.

Tightening labor markets have far-reaching implications for the future of work. As talent becomes scarce, organizations face increased competition in attracting and retaining skilled professionals.

What makes Generation Z genuinely unique, and perhaps a bit scary for some, is that they can bargain at levels not seen since the Silent Generation entered the workforce following World War II.

Experts say China's population decline could worsen the country's looming demographic crisis. Bradley Schurman, author of "The Super Age: Decoding Our Demographic Destiny," discusses what the decline could mean.

Due largely to early retirements and a caustic mix of ageism and cost-cutting measures, businesses let too many older workers go during the pandemic — and when they left, so did a lot of institutional memory, expertise, and loyalty.

Creating an age-inclusive workforce is essential for the new demographic reality, in which labor markets are tightening, demand for products and services is changing, and consumer targets and segmentation are shifting older.

As the world becomes increasingly aware of the importance of accessibility and inclusivity, the field of design is rapidly evolving to meet the needs of people of all ages and abilities.

2023 will be marked by transformative shifts in geopolitics and the global economy, changes in the demographic composition of the workforce and the emergence of new technologies to fill labor gaps, and the rise of the "inclusive economy."

According to Bradley Schurman, author of The Super Age: Decoding Our Demographic Destiny, we are on the cusp of major shifts that will impact how we live, work, and love.

For the past 20 years, Chinese leaders have said the country was in a “period of important strategic opportunity” and that “peace and development remain." However, with so many trends working against China, the government is warning of “dangerous storms” ahead.

Chicago should apply its history of invention and innovation to close the longevity gap and create a city that is more just and equitable.

As we continue to contemplate what the new longevity and the Super Age holds for us, as well as the language we use, we'd be wise to take a look to history for inspiration. The past may not always be prologue, but it can offer pathways for living in and describing this new era; we don't always need to reinvent the wheel.

Here are five easy and actionable steps from The Super Age to get you on the right path to becoming a super-ager.

Brad joined Jean Chatzky to talk about what the "Super Age" is and how it might impact your retirement planning. Check out a recording of their conversation.

Bradley joined Marc Middleton from Growing Bolder on NPR’s WFME for a conversation on the new longevity and the Super Age.

The pandemic has transformed the way many people work, with remote or hybrid work becoming more common. But many companies aren’t ready to completely abandon the office. News4’s Shawn Yancy spoke with the Founder and CEO of “The Super Age” Bradly Schurman to get insight on the changing culture of work in America.

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics confirms that employment of funeral service workers is projected to grow 8 percent from 2021 to 2031, faster than the average for all occupations. About 7,900 openings for funeral service workers are projected each year, on average, over the decade.