Generations – Faces of Change
For the first time in America we have four distinct generations working side by side in the workplace. Sound simple? It is a significant problem that many of today’s managers continue to struggle with. Each generation views work ethic, leadership, relationships, and success differently. With a turbulent
labor market and the needs to retain our experienced workforce, we must become more diverse and attract the Traditionalist, Baby Boomer, Generation X, and Millennial.
The Traditionalists are known as great patriots and the saviors. The Boomers measure success by the number of hours worked. Xers embrace change and are the techie generation which require “work/life balance.” And, the Millennials who are continuing to enter the workforce are looking for interesting and
challenging work.
We will discuss the myths and facts of each generation, the four steps required to prepare your workforce to become multi-generational and the five commandments of generationally friendly employers of choice.
With the workforce soon to be dominated by Xers and Millennials, we will explore the three rules for managing and retaining these unique groups.
Be prepared to recognize the vast differences in your workforce in an informative and entertaining approach that borders hilarity at times. And yes, you may be shocked to hear what each of the generations say about each other.