Generational Dynamics and the Future of Work
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Generational Dynamics and The Future of Work Young Executives Group/DE Chamber of Commerce University & Whist Club November 5, 2013
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We now have three generations working together -- the Boomers, GenX, and the Millennials. Learn how to communicate for success by identifying the value systems and work styles that each group brings to the office. Plus we'll examine 6 new trends hitting workplaces over the next decade.
Transcript of Generational Dynamics and the Future of Work
Generational Dynamics and The Future of Work
Young Executives Group/DE Chamber of Commerce
University & Whist Club
November 5, 2013
How I became a futurist
How I became a Futurist
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The Silent GenerationBorn Between 1925-1942
Why We Won’t Be Talking about the Silent Generation Today
BoomersBorn Between 1943 - 1960
Boomers Love to Give Advice
Seeks consensus but enjoys authority. Learn what you can from them
Tips on Working with Boomers
Show Respect
Attention to Detail
Be Patient With Your Career
If Going “Out of the Box”, Double Deliver
First, show mastery of traditional methods
Then, present creative solutions
Communication Comfort Zone
Face-to-face
Phone time
GenXersBorn Between 1961-1981
Boomers GenX
Traditional Families “Leave it to Beaver”
Working Moms, Latchkey Kids
Summer of Love AIDS, “just say no”
Bull Market Careers Housing Bubble, Great Recession
Willis, Stallone,Schwarzenegger
Willis, StalloneSchwarzenegger
GEN Xers are Entrepreneural
Skeptical of Committees and Organizations, Strong Independent ThinkingSkills, Slightly Obsessive.
Tips on Working with GENXers
Give them space and independence
Show initiative/take responsibility
Communication Comfort Zone
Skype
Most importantly, get your facts together.
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MillennialsBorn Between 1982-2002
The Millennials – Building Networks
Optimistic, diverse, strong team players, natural at tech wizardry
TIPS on Working with Millennials
Respond Promptly
Give Clear Expectations and Direction
Not 40/5, but 24/7. Value their Flexibility
Communication Comfort Zone
Texting
Social Media
Some special rules apply here…
Communicate for Mobile
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Get VISUAL
Get Graphic
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Part II – Workplace Trends
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photo by Kirsten Skiles
Trend #1Patchwork Careers
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Trend #2The Disappearance of Jobs, the Workplace , and the Workweek
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Trend #3Digital Nomads
The Millennial Office
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Trend #4 Working, Learning, and Having Fun
47% of Jobs May BeAutomated by 2020
Trend #5AI and Robotics
Trend #6Work Will Make Us More Human
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… with thanks to today’s sponsors at M&T Bank
