Generation Soup?
Who is hiring the Gen Y’s coming into the workforce? Senior management are – individuals from different generations – generations that have different views of work ethic, commitment, achievement, performance, and the culture of their organization.
So why do we need to take a closer look at how to incorporate this new generation? Can we bring them in and not turn the organization upside down? Good knowledge and understanding of where the work force is headed will allow a smooth blending of generations working for a better, more profitable organization. It can also foster an environment that will allow us to harness the full potential of this valuable and productive generation.
Some of the fundamental characteristics of the generations at work are:
Baby Boomers - dedicated, hard-working people who give long hours and prize longevity with the firm. May have sacrificed tremendously (both hours per week and years of service) to get to where they are.
Generation X - cynical, somewhat distrusting individuals who feel pulled in multiple directions and strongly desire more balance between their work and private lives. May have been waiting a long time for the oportunity to advance in their job or career.
GenY – tech-savvy multitaskers who believe very much in advancement based on meritocracy more than longevity. Not afraid to voice their opinion if they feel they have a better way to do it, and truly believe they deserve the big assignments right off the bat – because they know they can do them! They do not subscribe readily to conforming to the “constraints” placed on them if they don’t believe in their merit (i.e. strict working hours, dress code, etc.).
We take all these generational ingredients and make a pot of soup that is a sensational success rather than wasting the potential. See how
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