EP 09 - Age Management: Building Healthy, Productive Careers at Every Stage

Age management is transforming workplaces across Europe and beyond. In this episode of THE BRIDGE, Pavlina Walter and Peter M Kovacs speak with scientist and consultant Michaela Hrdlickova about how companies can build healthier, more productive, and more motivated teams at every stage of life. We explore the Finnish origins of the workability index, leadership culture, prevention in the workplace, and the future of long-term careers. Whether you lead a startup, corporation, or public institution, this conversation offers practical steps for creating a people-centered, data-driven environment. If you believe that prevention and leadership are the foundation of performance, this episode is for you. Subscribe for more conversations that connect science, clinical research, and innovation with real-world impact. Timecode: 00:00 Introduction to Misa Hrdlickova and Age Management 00:41 The Concept and History of Age Management 03:01 Implementing Age Management in Companies 05:50 Solutions and Processes for Age Management 14:07 Misa Hrdlickova's Background and Career Journey 21:24 Advice for Future Generations 23:09 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Links: Pavlina Walter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pavlinawalter/ Website: PavlinaWalter.com Guests: Michaela Hrdlickova: https://www.michaelahrdlickova.eu/ Peter M. Kovacs: https://www.linkedin.com/in/petermkovacs/