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~The Age Factor~Bridging the Workplace
Generational GapCape Cod Human Resources Association
Presented byKaren Stacey
President and CLOKreative Learning Solutions
February 24, 2011
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Four Generations at WorkIdentifying four generations in the workplace.
Reviewing changing demographics and their impact on the workforce.
Determining the traits of the four generations.
Examining the stereotypes associated with different generations.
Implementing the M.E.E.T model to communicate respectfully.
Identifying strategies to connect with all generations to successfully hire and retain employees.
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The Changing Face of the Workplace
Ages
15 to 34
35 to 44
45 to 64
65 to 84
Estimated US Population
83,149,366
42,748,574
76,248,125
32,847,025
Estimated Barnstable County Population
41,683
27,432
70,151
46,049
Based on data from
American Community Service, US Census Bureau’s estimates of the population (2005-2009)
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Rules of the Business World
Employees received:
Job security
Lifetime employment
Regular and predictable raises
Chance of promotion
Second family
Employers received:
Hard work
Dedication
Loyalty
Predictable payroll
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Rules of the Business World
Employees expect:
Challenge
Recognition
High wages
Chance to learn
Help with personal issues
Leverage
Employers get: Minimal loyalty
No expectation of job security
Guarantee of change
Few opportunities to give promotions
Knowledge exodus
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Four Generations
Name Years Born Age in 2011
Traditionalist
1909 – 1945 66+ years
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Who are the Traditionalists?
1909 - 1945
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Four Generations
Name Years Born Age in 2011
Traditionalist
1909 – 1945 66+ years
Baby Boomers
1946 – 1964 47 to 65 years
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Who are the Baby Boomers?
1946 - 1964
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Four Generations
Name Years Born Age in 2011
Traditionalist
1909 – 1945 66+ years
Baby Boomers
1946 – 1964 47 to 65 years
Generation X
1965 – 1978 33 to 46 years
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Who are the Generation Xers?
1965 - 1978
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Four Generations
Name Years Born Age in 2011
Traditionalist
1909 – 1945 66+ years
Baby Boomers
1946 – 1964 47 to 65 years
Generation X 1965 – 1978 33 to 46 years
Generation Y 1979 – 2001 10 to 32 years
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Who are the Generation Y’s?
1979 - 2001
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Four Generations
Name Years Born Age in 2010
Traditionalist
1909 – 1945 66+ years
Baby Boomers
1946 – 1964 47 to 65 years
Generation X
1965 – 1978 33 to 46 years
Generation Y
1979 – 2001 10 to 32 years
Generation Z
2002 – 2021 Up to 9 years
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Who are the Generation Z’s?New employees and customers coming
soon…
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The People Puzzle
Values
Education
Religion
GenderExperie
nces
Ethnic Background
Behavioral/Personality Styles
Generations
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Who Do you Know?
Traditionalist?
Baby Boomers?
Generation X?
Generation Y?
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Retaining and Hiring Good PeopleFlexible Schedules
Flexible Work Environments
Benefits
Professional and Personal Development
Opportunity to Contribute and Succeed
Respect
Open Communication
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Bridging the Workplace Generational Gap
Tap into the talents and skills of all generations
Recognize, communicate, and provide options that benefit the generational diversity of your employees, customers, and business.
Respect and value generational differences
Everyone brings something different to the table
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