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Discovering the Challenges of Middle-Aged and Senior Workers

On June 17, 2026, at 11 AM, NEWONE, a Tokyo-based consulting firm specializing in organizational development and talent management, will host an online seminar titled "Why Do Middle-Aged and Senior Workers Struggle to Thrive?" This event marks the twelfth edition of the NEWONE TALK series and will feature a guest speaker, Ikuko Umemoto, a consultant from LifeWorks.

The current business landscape reveals a pressing need for companies to effectively engage their middle-aged and senior employees. Many organizations face the dual challenge of recognizing the wealth of experience among these workers while simultaneously confronting the reality that they often underperform. This seminar will delve into the fundamental question: What is necessary for these experienced employees to continue being valuable contributors?

Key Discussion Points

Participants will explore several critical themes, including:

• - The reasons behind the stagnation of middle-aged and senior workers.
• - The discrepancies between career trajectories and organizational needs.
• - Ways to re-establish value creation within the company.

Through real-world examples, attendees will engage in discussions designed to bring clarity to these issues.

Who Should Attend?

This seminar is ideal for:

• - Individuals who feel challenged by the engagement of middle-aged and senior employees.
• - Those who find career development strategies ineffective within their organizations.
• - Leaders looking to integrate organizational transformation with talent development.
• - Professionals exploring specific measures for managing human capital effectively.
• - Managers wishing to reassess their roles within their teams.

Seminar Overview

• - Title: NEWONE TALK Vol.12: Unpacking Our Insights on Why Middle-Aged and Senior Workers Struggle to Thrive
• - Date: June 17, 2026
• - Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM (JST)
• - Format: Online via Zoom
• - Cost: Free
• - Registration URL: NEWONE Seminar Registration

Agenda:

• - 11:00 – 11:05: Opening remarks by Shuhei Kabayashi, CEO of NEWONE.
• - 11:05 – 11:25: Keynote presentation by Ikuko Umemoto, LifeWorks Consultant.
• - 11:25 – 11:55: Panel discussion featuring Ikuko Umemoto and Shuhei Kabayashi, moderated by Kensuke Tanaka, Professor at Hosei University.
• - 11:55 – 12:00: Closing remarks.

Please note that the event's content may be subject to change.

Future Developments

NEWONE will continue to host the NEWONE TALK series, which addresses current pressing topics in the workplace, including human capital management, career development, engagement, and organizational culture. These dialogic seminars contribute to creating a space for discovery of new perspectives, self-awareness, and innovative organizational practices.

About the Speakers

Ikuko Umemoto

An advisor at LifeWorks, Ikuko Umemoto has a rich background in HR and career training. After supporting numerous organizations in career development since co-founding LifeWorks in 2000, she is now focused on promoting career autonomy for employees of all ages.

Shuhei Kabayashi

Shuhei Kabayashi, CEO of NEWONE, established the firm in 2017 after a successful career in consulting and corporate training. He emphasizes the importance of engagement and organizational transformation, believing that understanding employees' experiences is key to fostering a motivated workforce.

Through events like this, NEWONE aims to bridge the gap between the changing dynamics of work and the needs of individuals and organizations in the modern world, creating a more vibrant and engaging workplace for all.