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Millennials and Baby-boomers have very different values, and the characteristics of each generation is overwhelmingly apparent in the workplace. Until the shift from Boomer-heavy companies to Millennial-heavy companies occurs (and it will soon), the two have to learn to work together. Here we have outlined 6 of the main ways you can encourage collaboration instead of collision between these two generations.TRANSCRIPT
The wants and needs of a
are different from those of a
Baby-boomers may care about strong
…while Millennials may be adamant on their company providing
While the two generations aren’t complete opposites, it is important to understand that
they function very differently in the workplace
We have compiled
amongst these generations
(and how to best utilize the skills of each group)
Expectations about receiving feedback
A Millennial employee wants your
They want to know that they are doing their job right, and well.
And they want to know regularly.
On the contrary, Baby-boomers don’t expect
to have their hands held
Once they are assigned a task, they aim to complete the job - no questions asked and
no round of applause needed
Luckily, the solution to combining these differing opinions about
can be quite simple!
Millennials are asking for mentors, and Baby-boomers
can fill this void
By assigning a Baby-boomer as a Millennial’s mentor, the boomer can
provide the meaningful feedback that the Millennial desires
Dependence on Technology
In the office, Millennials
rely heavily on technology for communication and interaction
However, Baby-boomers are having a tougher
time letting go of their now antiquated ways
Be
Be
Be
Acknowledge the less
employees by providing tutorials and seminars
The change in supply and demand
Today, there is a
demand for Millennial talent
than there is supply of it
Baby-boomers didn’t have the to pick and choose
when they started job searching
Be aware that there are many job options today…
…and focus on maintaining a by providing
a fun and healthy work environment
Age’s Effect on Health
Millennials are the youngest members of the office today
Their energy level is… …HIGH!
But, their likelihood to commit to one company is…
…LOW
They are not as concerned with a comprehensive health benefits package for a family.
…Baby-boomers are the
of the office
Their main focus is in being able to provide for their families and the future
They are to their company
So for them, focus on your
Make sure your benefits package has enough of a
variety to attract both Millennial and Baby-boomer talent!
Employee Expectation
Millennials do not come with the expectation to
But Baby-boomers expect everyone to
This can leave both generations frustrated with you as to why their
professional path is not panning out as they originally thought
Address expectations at the beginning of
employment to avoid confusion and
misunderstandings
Company Loyalty
It’s no secret that Millennials like to
“91% of Millennials expect to stay at a company for less than 3 years”
– JB Training Solutions
BUT…
“62% of boomers say it is likely that they will stay at the same company for the rest of
their lives” – Pew Survey
What can you do? Show employee appreciation!
Let them know that no matter their
age, they are to your company in their own unique way.
Celebrate
Celebrate
Celebrate a
If you show that you care about your employees,
they will give you respect and loyalty in return
We hope this helps you to bridge the generational gap between your employees!
For more in depth solutions and details,
check out our eBook here: http://resources.urbanbound.com/millennials-boomers