Generation Gap might be an important resource for companies

Older employees may be more resilient workers and able to help younger colleagues rattled by the economic crisis, according to a study by the Center on Aging & Work. While employees generally report a declining engagement at work in times of financial hardships, older workers were more resistant against such hardships compared to younger employees.

Pitt-Catsouphes, M., & Matz-Costa, C. (2008). The multi-generational workforce: Workplace flexibility and engagement. Community, work and Family, 11(2), 215-229.