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Understanding Generational Differences in the Workplace
Part of the Talent Management Series seriesOverview:Only those who have been visiting on distant planets might be unaware of the terms “Baby Boomer”, “Generation X”, and “Millenials.” Our awareness of generations has been rising. We might see differences in attitudes, values, ethics in the people we work with, work for, and who work for us, but perhaps it is difficult to articulate those differences with any precision. Perhaps we just shake our heads and mutter something like, “Kids today!” Perhaps it wouldn’t be surprising to know that every generation of parents and employers uttered that phrase as they looked at their offspring.
What researchers have come to understand is that generation is one important component of what makes any person tick. Further, they emphasize that generation is only one component of what makes a person tick. Thus, understanding generational effects on personality and therefore the workplace is a good starting point for understanding the psychology of the people with whom we interact, starting with ourselves!
What many people find astonishing is that (again . . . based on research) there are only four generational archetypes and that, with one exception, these four archetypes repeat . . . in order . . . in a cycle that has been traced backwards five-hundred years! Thus we are reminded of George Santayana’s wisdom when he said, “Those who do not remember the past are condemned to repeat it.” We have a lot to gain by studying the history of our generations.
We see that the work environment is currently comprised of four generational groups: the Silent Generation, Baby Boomers, Gen-x and the Millenials. Each group brings a unique set of skills, passions, demands, and baggage that, if not understood, can cause stress and strain for any manager. Managed well, the combination of these groups has the potential for unparalleled creativity and success. . . but how?
This engaging and (at times) light-hearted discussion examines the roots of each generation. Using the research and writings of many authors as well as personal research, the discussion will look at the behavioral patterns of the current set of generations.
We will blend theory (which gives us the basis for prediction) and practice (developing our own predictions) by examining each generation’s
- Motivations,
- Work ethic and values,
- Communication styles,
- Views on leadership and personal leadership styles,
- Followership styles,
- Methods of dealing with conflict,
- More
No one believes that “one size fits all” when it comes to collaboration in the work place. What this discussion provides is an opportunity for self-exploration and discovery in the context of making your work place an environment where there is joy in learning and where people take pride in their work.
A reading list and a thinking/learning roadmap will be provided.
Learning Objective:See Overview
Who Should Attend:- Anyone looking for a better way to facilitate group discussion and decision making.
- Anyone who works in groups.
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Location:Edgewood College on Deming Way
1255 Deming Way
Madison, WI 53717
Instructor: To be announced
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