About: Talent Pool Characteristics
Talent Pool Characteristics
As you think about engaging encore talent, you’ll want to learn a bit about this population. Encore.org’s 2014 report, “Encore careers: The persistence of purpose,” documents how those choosing encore work are diverse in educational background, income level, and interests. However, they share at least one commonality: they want to have an impact on a cause or issue of importance.
People who pursue encores are driven by passion and purpose. The majority (82%) sees their encore work as an expression of who they are.
Education Level of those in encore careers:
- Completed high school or equivalent, and did not attend college 19%
- Attended some college 26%
- Earned an associate’s degree, professional certificate or license 16%
- Four year degrees or masters’ or higher level credentials 38%
Household assets of those in encore careers:
- Under $50,000 57%
- $50,000 – 200K 18%
- Over 200K 25%
Populations served by those in encore careers:
- Multiple generations 62%
- Older adults 15%
- Children and youth 12%
- People at midlife 7%
- Young adults 4%