working with generations x and y: leading the next generation of public works - 2013
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Same presentation Amy and I have given at earlier conferences, updated and reformatted. Will be given on Tuesday, April 23, 2013 at the APWA Florida Chapter Conference.TRANSCRIPT
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Working with Generations X and Y:
Leading the Next Generation of Public Works
Tuesday, April 23, 2013
Chas JordanCity of Largo
Amy BlaidaReynolds, Smith and Hills, Inc.
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How many....
Silent Generation? Baby Boomers? Gen X-ers? Millennials?
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Generation X – Amy(1961 - 1980)
Generation Y – Chas(1981 - 2000)
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Source: http://www.creatingresults.com/knowledge/
Generation “X”Born 1961-1980Comprises 40% of the workforce
The self-reliant generationChallenges themselves and othersCommunication style is direct and immediate (needs answers today)Motivated by being able to do it their wayAt the same time wants structure and directionSkepticalSeeks balance between work and family
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Source: http://libguides.reynolds.edu/millennials
Generation “Y” (Millennials)Born 1981-2000 Comprises 10% of the workforce
Have always multi-taskedParticipative/collaborative work style (in your face)E-mail, voicemail, internetNot afraid to embrace the idea of being with and sharing with other bright, creative individuals like themselvesSocial MediaGoal orientedService-drivenDemand personal
time for family/leisure
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Source: http://www.justgrapeswine.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/Millennials.jp
THERE ARE CURRENTLY 80 MILLION
MILLENNIALS IN THE UNITED STATES AND
GROWING
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Working TogetherWell, now we know about Generations X and
Y... but how do we get them to work together with us???
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Things to Remember...
1. WE ALL WANT TO SUCCEED
2. WE ALL WANT TO LEARN
3. WE WANT OUR CAREER TO BENEFIT AND ENRICH OUR LIVES, NOT BE OUR
LIVES.
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Ideas for Your Workplace
1. Mentorship
2. Commitment to Professional Development, Travel, and Training.
3. Quality Constructive Criticism and Commendation
4. Community Outreach Programs
5. Freedom to Succeed
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Ideas for APWA
1. Mentorship
2. Developing Mentors
3. Provide Quality Professional Development and Membership Services
4. Communication through New Media
5. Leadership Planning
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QUESTIONS??