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Module 5 Leading A Multi Generational Workplace PPT v2

Module 5 focuses on leading a multi-generational workplace by fostering awareness and understanding among different generations. It emphasizes the importance of establishing shared meaning, valuing diverse perspectives, and adapting leadership styles to meet the needs of each generation. The module also includes activities and strategies for enhancing generational intelligence in the workplace.

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Module 5 Leading A Multi Generational Workplace PPT v2

Module 5 focuses on leading a multi-generational workplace by fostering awareness and understanding among different generations. It emphasizes the importance of establishing shared meaning, valuing diverse perspectives, and adapting leadership styles to meet the needs of each generation. The module also includes activities and strategies for enhancing generational intelligence in the workplace.

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Module 5:

Leading a Multi-
Generational
Workplace
Not Everyone Sees The
World As I Do
“In the process of
understanding another, it is
important to consider the
person’s perspective:
His/her perceptions, culture,
ethnic, generational, gender,
experiential view of the
world.”
—Margaret Wheatley

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Objectives:
Module 5:
Leading a • Awareness and Understanding
Multi-
• Establish shared meaning
Generational
Workplace • How to lead across the generations

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Who is in the workforce?

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A B C D E
Traditionalist Baby Boomer Generation X Millennial iGen

Which generation do you belong to?


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Generations Quiz
What singing group is also known by
the acronym NKOTB?
What does the acronym
“bae” stand for?
Name all 4 Beatles

John, George, Paul, Ringo


On Tinder, what would you do if you
really like someone?
Who is Jane Russell and what was she
most known for in her later years?
In texting language,
translate this message:

NSFW SMH

Not Suitable for Work


Shaking My Head
Complete this jingle,
“Plop, plop, fizz, fizz”…

“Oh what a relief it is!” 16


Which former One Direction star went
solo and sings “Slow Hands”?

Niall Horan
What Disney Channel show did
actress Selena Gomez get her start?

Wizards of Waverly Place


What show is this mischievous boy
from?

Leave It To Beaver
Name the runner who became the
first African American man to win
four medals in the 1936 Olympics.

Jesse Owens
What generation is most represented
at your agency/organization?

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What is the average age of your SLT/ELT?
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In generational groups, brainstorm on
the following questions:
1. What does your generation most
value in the workplace?
2. What generational contributions
does the workplace most benefit
Activity—“Seek from?
3. What are the greatest
first to misunderstandings about your
generation?
understand…” 4. What do you most appreciate about
the other two generations?
5. What would you like more of/less of
in the workplace? (feedforward)
6. What advice do you have for
leaders? (top 3)
• Generational context is not about age, but
common experiences
• Different generations care about different
What are the approaches to the same problem.
• Technology is not universal - assess your team
Key Ideas? members' affinity level before making
communication assumptions.
• Leadership is situational
Traditionalist Baby Boomer Generation X Millennials iGen All
Your approach Remind them of Keep the May need more Connect goals o Establish Respect
should be impact on others atmosphere intensive support directly to o Avoid
professional and informal and one-on-one company Stereotyping
official coaching success o Tailor Your
Communication
Style
Demonstrate Offer mentor Provide support Provide personal, Provide o Don’t Overlook
authoritative roles for younger education and immediate advancement the Similarities
leadership staff career feedback opportunities o Consider
development as incentive life/career stage
Give feedback in Be mindful of role Allow Encourage team Assign over generation
formal meetings overload independent efforts independent o Understand role
work when work with of power and
possible frequent control in conflict
check-ins

Management and Feedback Strategies


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Module 5:
Leading a Multi-
Generational
Workplace
Which of the following is true?

A. Traditionalists and Baby Boomers value


work the most because they’ve been
doing it the longest.
B. Generation X values work the least.
They always want the day off.
C. Millennials work?
D. All Generations equally value
meaningful work.
Which of the following is true?

A. Traditionalists and Baby Boomers value


work the most because they’ve been
doing it the longest.
B. Generation X values work the least.
They always want the day off.
C. Millennials work?
D. All Generations equally value
meaningful work.
As future employers, expect
iGen to be________.
A. Hard working
B. Ambitious
C. Innovative
D. All of the above
As future employers, expect
iGen to be________.
A. Hard working
B. Ambitious
C. Innovative
D. All of the above
Fill in the blank:
Millennials are most likely to____.

A. See the positive side of things.


B. Put in an average 45 hour work week.
C. Whine when the wi-fi goes down.
D. Ask for a raise.
Millennials are most likely to____.

A. See the positive side of things.


B. Put in an average 45 hour work week.
C. Whine when the wi-fi goes down.
D. Ask for a raise.
Gen X is most likely to take
advantage of _________.
A. Flex-time, PTO, and extended parental
leave
B. The free coffee in the break room.
C. Opportunities to receive feedback.
D. Opportunities for overtime.
Gen X is most likely to take
advantage of _________.
A. Flex-time, PTO, and extended parental
leave
B. The free coffee in the break room.
C. Opportunities to receive feedback.
D. Opportunities for overtime.
Feedback?! Annually is enough for
_______. They know what they’re
doing.

A. Traditionalists
B. Boomers
C. Gen X
D. Millennials
Feedback?! Annually is enough for
_______. They know what they’re
doing.

A. Traditionalists
B. Boomers
C. Gen X
D. Millennials
Although they are straightforward when
giving feedback, ___________ should be
careful that they do not create a culture of
blaming.

A. Traditionalists
B. Boomers
C. Gen X
D. Millennials
Although they are straightforward when
giving feedback, ___________ should be
careful that they do not create a culture of
blaming.

A. Traditionalists
B. Boomers
C. Gen X
D. Millennials
Which of the following is not
something you could do when
announcing policy change?

A. Put up a poster in visible areas


B. Send out an email
C. Make announcements in team
meetings or group assemblies
D. Do nothing, they won’t pay attention
anyway!
Which of the following is not
something you could do when
announcing policy change?

A. Put up a poster in visible areas


B. Send out an email
C. Make announcements in team
meetings or group assemblies
D. Do nothing, they won’t pay attention
anyway!
When it comes to topics with career
impact, ___________ prefer in-
person communication.

A. Gen X
B. Millennials
C. iGen
D. All of the Generations
When it comes to topics with career
impact, ___________ prefer in-
person communication.

A. Gen X
B. Millennials
C. iGen
D. All of the Generations
7 Steps to Developing “Generational Intelligence” in the
Workplace
1. Consider an employee affinity group or resource
group.
2. Set clear expectations from the start.
3. Diversify your communication strategies.
4. Provide feedback early and often.
5. Pause before reacting.
6. Take a second look at your compensation and
benefits.
7. Make mentoring a constant.

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