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SHRM 2011 Annual Conference & Exposition

June 26-29, 2011 Las Vegas, Nevada. SHRM 2011 Annual Conference & Exposition . V+B+X+Y: Generations at Work Aaron Kesher • 6/25/11. Generations in the Workplace. Generations in the Workplace. Learn the Cultural Markers of each generational cohort

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SHRM 2011 Annual Conference & Exposition

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  1. June 26-29, 2011 Las Vegas, Nevada SHRM 2011 Annual Conference & Exposition V+B+X+Y: Generations at Work Aaron Kesher • 6/25/11

  2. Generations in the Workplace

  3. Generations in the Workplace • Learn the Cultural Markers of each generational cohort • Practice effective interaction styles for each cohort

  4. Generations in the Workplace What is a “Generation”, anyway? • A group of individuals who, roughly, were born within the same 20-year span and share a collection of similar cultural experiences. These experiences: • Are larger than single-family circumstances or personal backgrounds. • Center on national, often global, events. • Are deeply influenced by baseline technology use. • Color the feelings and values of an entire era. People resemble their times more than their parents. —Arab Proverb

  5. Veterans: Statistics Age:70 & older Born: 1920-1940 Population: 35 million 5% Workforce

  6. Veterans: Characteristics Work is… An obligation Work Ethic Dedicated Work/Life Balance Ne’er the twain shall meet Technology Adopted

  7. Veterans: Motivation • Recognize their loyalty • Use a personal touch such as a hand-written note • Offer visual symbols of status • In technical training, create a stress-free, noncompetitive environment

  8. Boomers: Statistics Age:50-70 Born:1940-1960 Population: 80 million 45% Workforce

  9. Boomers: Characteristics Work is… Relationship & Results Work Ethic Driven Work/Life Balance Live to work Technology Acquired

  10. Boomers: Motivation • Use a personal approach • Ensure public recognition of effort • Provide a chance to prove themselves • Offer perks

  11. Gen X: Statistics Age:30-50 Born: 1960-1980 Population: 45 million 40% Workforce

  12. Gen X: Characteristics Work is… A contract Work Ethic Balanced Work/Life Balance Work to live Technology Adapted

  13. Gen X: Motivation • Offer flexible hours and informality • Practice light supervision • Be prepared to answer “why?” • Display frankness and honesty

  14. Gen Y: Statistics Age:30 & younger Born: 1980-2000 Population: 75 million 10% Workforce

  15. Gen Y: Characteristics Work is… A means to an end Work Ethic Determined Work/Life Balance Work must fit life Technology Integrated

  16. Gen Y: Motivation • Allow plenty of orientation time • Throw away preconceived ideas about gender, race, and sexual orientation • Expand team size • Be open to their ideas

  17. Generations in the Workplace

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