Differences Between the Geerations各代人之间的差异.pptVIP

What characteristics are you looking for in employees or students or co-workers? Discipline Focus Execution Discipline Focus Execution The next generation may also bring: A desire for open, non-hierarchal communication Tolerance and respect for expressing emotion An acknowledgment and respect for personal values Allowances for spirituality Teams of individuals Heroes Matures Boomers Gen X Millennial Cam Marston 2004 Wheel of Learning NCCCS * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Copyright 2003 Cam Marston 2004 Wheel of Learning Q: What do I need to know about the four generations that will impact my workplace? Generational Repetition: Each generation assumes the following generations will want what they have and will share their same definition of “success”. Each generation then believes the following generations should “pay their dues” the same way to earn that success. With a few exceptions, each generation thinks the following generation has had it much easier. Part I: Who are we talking about? Generational Definitions Millennials, AKA: Baby Boomlets Echo Boomers Generation Y Generation Why? September 11 Generation Dot-Com Generation The US Population Today The Generations in the Workplace Part I – Understand the background of each generation. Two Theories: 1. The oldest, wealthiest, and most visible members of a generation define the behavior and attitude for those that follow. Definitions of a Generation Common Experiences Shared Values The Matures Duty, honor, country Dedication, sacrifice Conformity, blending, unity – “We First” Patience Hard, hard times then prosperity National pride Doing a good job was most important Age = Seniority The Baby Boomers Work ethic = Worth ethic2 “workaholic”; competitive Success is largely visible – trophies, plaques, lifestyle elements Optimistic Consumers Defined by their job Personal development We are the world; We are the children The Boomers… 1970 2004 Long hair Longing for hair Acid rock Ac