If you’re 50 years old and suddenly receive notice from the factory that you’ve been assigned to work in another workshop, what would you do?

It’s always a sad feeling to see older people still working on the front lines. If one has to switch to another workshop, they still need to adapt to working there. With an older age and extensive work experience, it’s fine as long as there is enough energy, but it’s a problem for those who lack sufficient energy.

Since one is already here, one should make the most of it. I think if it’s necessary to go, then just give it a try

In principle, one should comply, unless they are not capable of handling the new job...........

The cultures of different companies are not necessarily the same. Most of the time, it’s good things! It shows that you have the ability.

Ultimately, it comes down to financial prospects and future opportunities. But if one does this at the age of 50, it’s necessary to understand the reasons behind it – whether it’s due to a lack of competence or indifference towards others

I’ve met someone who changed departments at the age of 50. It’s even more enjoyable here with us, because everyone gets along very well with him. At an age close to retirement, it’s more important to be happy

I’ll go wherever is needed; it might be a more wonderful experience

It’s at this point now; I have to keep going, there’s no other choice

This post was last edited by Sichuan Instrument Control Novice on 2015-7-29 at 10:58. Changing workshops isn’t simply a matter of changing jobs; it depends on whether the type of work is the same. If it’s different, one has to learn everything from scratch, which means less in terms of bonuses and rewards (what can a beginner expect?). Also, others may be reluctant to work with you (you don’t know them before, you’re older and lack strength, and your skills are still inexperienced)； The methods for calculating bonuses and retirement ages may vary depending on the type of job, which could affect retirement plans. Furthermore, with a change of environment, people may have been familiar with each other before and might have shown some consideration for those who had been there for a long time; but now that we’re in a new place, those who have joined recently might just handle things in a professional manner. Whether such transfers are a policy measure aimed at a group of people or at a small number of individuals reveals whether the leaders’ mindset is focused on matters or on people. Personally, I think it’s best to wait and see the situation; if it’s not satisfactory, try to get a premature refund.