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Are we ready for the inevitable economic shift brought on by changing demographics? With fertility rates plummeting and life expectancy soaring, countries around the world are facing a rapidly evolving workforce, one that will have a profound impact on global prosperity.
In today’s episode, I sit down with Stefano Scarpetta, the head of the OECD's Employment, Labour, and Social Affairs, to discuss the current and future state of the workforce, the dramatic challenges ahead, and the levers we can pull to turn the tide.
As we look toward 2060, the reality is stark: many OECD countries will experience a significant decline in their working-age populations, and in some places, that decline could reach over 30%.
Are we prepared to make these necessary changes in time? Tune in for a fascinating conversation on how we can tackle this complex issue today to secure a prosperous tomorrow.
In This Episode:
- Interesting statistics on global demographic shifts
- The impact of population decline on economic growth
- Policy levers to mitigate the decline in population and GDP
- How can we increase intergenerational wealth and fairness?
- The role of artificial intelligence in addressing the workforce crisis
- How is the OECD using artificial intelligence?
- Why governments should focus on older workers
- What incentives do organizations need to attract 50+ workers?
- Key takeaway from OECD’s 2025 report
- Should we be optimistic or pessimistic about demographic shifts?
Resources Mentioned in the Episode:
OECD’s 2025 Labor Market Outlook:
https://www.oecd.org/en/publications/oecd-employment-outlook-2025_194a947b-en.html
Order Bradley’s Book:
The Super Age: Decoding Our Demographic Destiny: https://a.co/d/gmG6t2P
About Stefano Scarpetta:
Stefano Scarpetta is the Director of the Employment, Labour and Social Affairs (ELS) Directorate of the OECD, where he leads initiatives on employment, migration, health, and social inequality. With a Ph.D. in Economics and a background in both the OECD and World Bank, he has influenced policy reforms across OECD countries. Stefano has authored numerous publications in leading academic journals and regularly represents the OECD at high-level international forums, such as the G20 and G7.
Get in Touch with Stefano Scarpetta:
LinkedIn:https://fr.linkedin.com/in/stefano-scarpetta-23718329
Get in Touch with Bradley Schurman:
Website: https://populationnext.substack.com
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bradleyschurman
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bigschur/
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