Some people believe that elderly employees are more useful to a company, while others believe that young employees are better. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

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Some people think that
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are more beneficial to a company. Others,
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, believe that young
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could function much better.
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the latter opinion can be useful in some companies, I believe that golden age
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play a more important role in managing many problems at the workplace. The Younger generation can probably process the work faster than older ones
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their powerful and strong physical body.
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, young adults’ brains are fresh and have the ability to input lots of information and process it in a short time. On top of that, they were born with technology so it is easier for them to handle online
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the older generation takes time to learn these.
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, young
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could finish installing data and reporting online in an hour
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elderly
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might take longer to complete the tasks.
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, there are some aspects that older staff can manage and respond better than younger staff. At the workplace, there are various situations to consider, not only the duties in the job description.
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, solving emergency problems
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I believe that experienced
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could manage these issues much more effectively than new
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. Even though
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are slower at movement and technology, they have abundant experiences
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problem solving
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which is crucial for unexpected situations. Solving an unusual event needs some essential skills like decision making and anger management which need to be practiced in the long term.
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elderly
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could perform and respond to these challenges better
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their age and experiences. In conclusion,
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others think that young
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could work better than older ones because of their ability to process lots of tasks and quick response to technology. I believe that elderly
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are much more beneficial to a company in terms of dealing with uncertainty problems by using their skills and experiences.
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task achievement
You have effectively addressed both views in this task, providing a clear account of the pros and cons of older versus younger employees. However, consider further developing the counterargument for young employees to balance your essay more evenly.
coherence cohesion
Your essay's structure is logical, and transitions between ideas are smooth. Be mindful of overusing certain phrases like 'On top of that,' aiming for a varied vocabulary.
task achievement
You have articulated a clear opinion and reinforced it with relevant examples.
coherence cohesion
The conclusion effectively summarizes the key points and reiterates your opinion.
Topic Vocabulary:
  • Experience and knowledge
  • Company culture
  • Professional network
  • Mentoring
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Fresh perspectives
  • Adaptable
  • Innovative solutions
  • Technological advancements
  • Competitive edge
  • Energy levels
  • Drive to succeed
  • Balanced workforce
  • Synergy
  • Dynamic team
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