Longevity Redefines Work in 2025

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The concept of a linear career path is becoming obsolete, according to the newly released Future of Wellness: 2025 Trends report. As life expectancy increases, the summit identifies "Longevity Redefines Work" as a key trend, forecasting a shift towards multi-stage, 60-year careers that blend work, learning, and leisure.

This move is driven by both necessity and a desire for purpose. With longer healthspans, professionals are no longer content to "work hard, then retire." Instead, they are seeking "encore careers," phased retirement options, and corporate benefits designed for century-long lives.

 

The New Corporate Mandate

To attract and retain talent, forward-thinking companies are adapting by:

  • Introducing phased retirement programs to retain critical expertise.
  • Offering mid-career sabbaticals for reskilling and preventing burnout.
  • Designing longevity-focused benefits, including financial planning for 100-year lives.


The Expert Take

"The most significant workplace disruption isn't AI; it's longevity," the report states. "We are transitioning from a three-stage life (education, work, retirement) to a multi-stage life, where career breaks and re-skilling become the norm, not the exception."


What It Means for You

This trend emphasizes that continuous learning and adaptability are your most valuable career assets. Proactively seeking employers with a forward-thinking people strategy will be crucial for a long, fulfilling professional life.


Source & Credit

Analysis based on the "Future of Wellness: 2025 Trends" report published by the Global Wellness Summit. 

Read the full report here: Global Wellness Summit 


 

 

Published on: October 26, 2025

Curated By: Mizaan | WellnessVive News


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