For the first time in history, many workplaces span six generations: from the octogenarians of the Silent Generation who are still working — and in many cases still holding onto key global leadership roles — to the teenagers of the emerging Generation Alpha who are eagerly pursuing their first summer jobs and high school internships. In between are the Baby Boomers, Generation X, Generation Y (often called the Millennials), and Generation Z.
Leading the 6-Generation Workforce
This unprecedented age span, from the Silent Generation to Gen Alpha, offers unique opportunities for inclusion and impact.
April 04, 2024
Summary.
Giving each generation — and, importantly, each individual — the opportunity to be seen, understood, valued, and leveraged in the workplace throughout the course of their career is essential for personal, social, and even societal well-being. This author offers five steps leaders can take to create healthy six-generation organizations.