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all about baby boomers, gen y and gen xTRANSCRIPT
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Baby Boomers Gen X & Gen YHow do we work together?
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The GenerationsVeterans pre 1946Baby Boomers1946 1964Generation X1965 1977Generation Y1978 1994
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Understanding Y by Peter Sheahan
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Characteristics GEN X
Both parents workingLatch key kidsMore resourcefulIndividualistic, self reliant & irreverentRelationships OutcomesTheir rightsOwn view on corporate loyalty & status symbolsEasy to recruitHard to retainEnjoy technologyGEN Y
Optimistic, cyber kidsConfident & sociable Strong morals Passion community serviceComfortable with ethnicityWorkplace flexibilityThink differentlyMature, resilient & practicalFast learners Multi-taskersTeam orientatedTechnology is their bagGrew up with Internet, speed & access to info
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Values VETERANS
PrivacyHard workTrustFormalityAuthoritySocial orderBABY BOOMERS
CompetitionHard workSuccessTeam workBody languageAnti rules Fight for a cause
GEN Y
Positive reinforcementPositive attitude Diversity Money Technology Team work
GEN X
Entrepreneurial spiritIndependence CreativityInformation Feedback Quality work-life
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Factors to consider:Gen X - most educatedGen Y - most technologically savvyBoomers often took a job for lifeGen Y - expect change jobs regularlyGen X - want work / life balanceGen Y team focussed
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We don't have to agree howeverwe must strive to understand the different mind-sets and how each group sees the world based on their experiences
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Differences & similarities to benefit our businesses
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Veterans work firstBaby Boomers live to workGeneration X work to liveGeneration Y live then workDIFFERENT OUTLOOK
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Benefits from multigenerational work teams
More flexible Broad insight in your customer base Talented people of all agesDecisions are strongerMore innovative Meet the needs of diverse public
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StrategiesEducate the managers & leadersCoach less experienced team membersRe-design jobs to fitOffer greater flexibility in work contractsMobilise the workforceDevelop Learning OrganisationsCreate more inclusive workplaces
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ExamplesUse IT savvy Gen Y with technologyWorkplace flexibility Reward interest with projectsRegular meetingsInclude in goal settingAsk them what they want
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Motivational TacticsRespect Straight talkGood payInteresting workFeel their job is importantDefined roles & responsibilitiesOpportunity for self-development Amount of freedom & flexibility
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Communicate with XersLearn the language of X Use e-mail & voice mailPresent facts, use straight talk Ask them for feedback Share info immediately & often Use an informal communicationListen! Provide a challenging environmentAllow individual growth & developmentAssign projects that stimulate
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Communicate with YersPaint pictures with wordsUse action verbs cut the crapDon't talk downShow respect Use e-mail, voicemail & textUse visual communication Constantly seek their feedback Use humorEncourage them to explore new options
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Team Work Y StyleTeam members mix outside of workEnjoy staff gatheringsEncourage to mix with workmatesArrange social events to involve team
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Ys sense of team runs deepGet to know your team, as a team and as individualsBe personableYour staff are people not cogs or numbersDo not patronise they will run a mile
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Remember Gen X & Gen YThey dont tolerant poor leadershipThey are not afraid to speak up Use their communication mediumUse their terminologyHave fun at work!