Managing the Multigenerational Workforce

To Do List:

a. Characteristics of each generation

b. Age discrimination in the workplace

c. Bridging the communication style gap

d. Managing older subordinates

What are the age based characteristics of the current workforce?

The Millennial Generation

• Born between 1981 and 1995• Technologically Savvy• Most tolerant to diversity• Strong moral responsibility• Balanced work ethic

Currently 28 years old or younger92% are members of social networks80% would like to work abroad47% value company culture and reputation66% expect flexible work hours

• Multi-taskers• Very Independent• Born between 1965 & 1980• Technologically Competent• Resourceful Problem Solvers• Cynical and Skeptical

Generation X

The Baby BoomersBorn between 1946 and 1964Starting to retire from the workforceCharacteristics: Goal Oriented, Adaptive, Positive, Self – Actualizing, Confident

The Silent Generation also know as The Veterans

Born between 1925-1945 Work is an obligation Self-Sacrificing

Respecting Authority ConformingDiscipline

The treatment of someone (an applicant or employee) less favorably because of his/her age.

Age Discrimination in the Workplace

What are some stereotypes of older workers?

Facts on Age DiscriminationAge Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) only forbids age discrimination against people who are age 40 or older

It is unlawful to harass a person because of his or her age in the workplace

An employment policy or practice that applies to everyone, regardless of age, can be illegal if it has a negative impact on applicants or employees age 40 or older

Activity |:| Slang Through the Years

Milennial Thoughts

Bridging the Communication Gap

Be Accommodating

Foster A Respectful Environment

Consider Audience

Mental Break

• Create and understand of different generations• Explain and expect feedback when assigning projects• Face – to – Face communication is highly preferred• Be knowledgeable in your field• Be approachable and open to suggestion• Understand what your older want and expect of you

Keys to Managing Older Subordinates

Playwright, Critic

&Political Activist

Activity |:| What Would You Do?

ConclusionToday’s workforce consists

of different age generations

Age Discrimination is illegal and can occur very subtly

Bridging the gap in age groups involves both groups

being flexible

Managing older subordinates begins with

face - to - face communications and

knowledge of your given field