Understanding aMultigenerational

Workforce

Gen X

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Traditionalists

Baby Boomers

Gen Y

Age: 69-84- Comfortable with delayed gratification- Value formal communication- Hard workers and will sacrifice for the job

- Have a competitive nature- Enjoy leading teams- Want to be recognized for contributions

Age: 50-68

- Naturally skeptical- Feel loyal to individuals (not companies)- Want career security rather than job security

Age: 38-49

Age: 37 & Younger- Accustomed to praise- Desire excitement and challenge at work - Savvy with technology

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