Baby boomers are inventing a new phase of work. It’s one of the most significant trends of the new century, and the biggest change in the American workforce since the women’s movement.

Marc Freedman tells the stories of these encore career pioneers, who are working not only for continued income, but for the promise of more meaning and the chance to do work that matters. As their numbers begin to swell, these individuals hold the potential to transform work in America—and create a society that works better for everyone.

Fernan R. Cepero, PHR , Vice President Human Resources for the YMCA of Greater Rochester says, " The author notes the YMCA of Greater Rochester is emerging as a model nonprofit recruiter of individuals over fifty, who now comprise 20% of the Y’s workforce. The Y offers a set of creative options, including flex time, compressed work schedules, job sharing, and telecommuting.”