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5 Generations in the Workplace	Last Updated: Tuesday, December 28 2010
By TrainingABC - Tuesday, February 23 2010	Comment(s): 2 \| Overall Rating:

We now have five generations in the workplace and every generation has unique traits that they bring to work. In order to get along, be productive and avoid conflict we need to respect and understand all the generations we spend time at work with.

The youngest generation - Generation 9/11 (born prior to 1990) has only seen the world through the prism of the 9/11 tragedy. They have grown up with war and uncertainty and tend to view the world through that lens. They see the world with less optimism then many of the other generations.

The next generation is the Millennials. (born 1977-1990) They are the first generation to grow up with advanced technologies and therefore are very comfortable with technology in every aspect of their lives. They also tend to be opinionated but are very creative and expect to be challenged. They have far more confidence than Generation 9/11 as they grew up in very stable times.

Generation X is the middle generation. (born 1965-1977) They were raised by Baby Boomers who worked long hours and were the first generation to have wide spread divorce. Therefore, Generation Xers are very independent and dislike rigid schedules. They value being efficient and getting work done quickly. They have more balance between their social and work lives than their predecessors and they ushered in a more creative, open workplace.

Baby Boomers are now one of the older generations at work. (born 1946-1964) They were born during the booming, optimistic times post World War II. The value hard work and long hours as the means to success and thus work ethic is extremely important to them. Boomers need to be noticed for their hard work. When dealing with other generations Boomers need to make sure they are very upfront and specific with their instructions.

Traditionals are the oldest generation in the workplace. (born 1930 - 1945) They are very socially and fiscally conservative. Traditionals fear that they will be replaced by younger generations. Many are still in the workforce because they enjoy working, but some are there for financial reasons. Their life experience gives them a lot to offer.

Treating each each generation with understanding and respect is the first step in positive relationships between generations. Each generation has a lot to offer and when they work together the diversity of the generations makes for a much more productive workplace.

Please Respect My Generation: 5 Generations in the Workplace is a brand new (2010 produced) DVD-based training program on the subject.

Michael Sullivan is the creative content manger of TrainingABC. TrainingABC is a distributor of Please Respect My Generation and other best-selling programs such as Celebrate What's Right with the World and Give em the Pickle.

Comments on "5 Generations in the Workplace":

On Wednesday, March 03 2010 14:09:37	Rated:
Judy Kovach had this to say:

The workplace should be about harmony and getting along for the good of all.
This is a great article and I am sure the DVD will be great as well. $795 is just way too expensive for some educational groups to purchase. Even to rent for 295 is too much.
I really like the materials written by the many authors you list on the left of the web site.

On Thursday, March 04 2010 12:48:42	Rated:
Jim McKay had this to say:

Thank you Judy! I wish I could give you more of a discount on this product, but unfortunately it's set at 10% from the producer. If you have any other questions or comments just let us know.

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