they communicate. When different generations come together they bring with them their own worldviews and expectations. An effective leader is able to step out of their generational preferences and customize the way they communicate to the other generations. By effectively addressing and taking advantage of those unique generational differences they can bridge the generations together to create a collaborative, innovative and exciting work environment resulting in a highly productive and performing
In class we have discussed articles on Ethics, Emotional Intelligence and Generational Differences in Managing Individuals, I began analyzing my own work experiences and the roles these aspects play in my life. Below is my reflection on how the three aspects are interrelated with each other. From generation to generation values are passed down from our parents. Out of those values, we learn what is ethical and unethical. It is the simple moral principles we live by that also impact our human emotions
value their cell phones more that the real people because which proves that the cell phones dictate every aspect of their lives. The onset of the smartphones has defined the characteristics of the millennials which has led to a great change in the social aspects of the teens in the modern society. It is prudent that the onset of cell phones has changed behaviors, beliefs and characteristics of teens which has made them to be more individualistic and individualism has increased with the technological
article written by Elza Venter from the Department of Psychology of Education at the University of South Africa. The article is titled “Bridging the communication gap between Generation Y and the Baby Boomer generation. The article examines the generational communication gap between generation Y and the Baby Boomer generation with the intention to suggest ways to bridge the gap. Venter (2016) argues that meaningful communication between the two generations is important because they have connected
deal with different generations getting along. Unfortunately, there are several different situations that can arise when dealing with employees who have different work ethics and communication styles because they happen to be born in a different generational period. Kate Farthing (2013) says we are in an interesting time where three generations are actively working. The baby boomers were born between 1946 and 1964. Gen Xers were born between 1965 and 1979. Finally, Generation Y or the millennials were
more suspicious of computers and were resistant to this form of technology. Many however were not subjected to operating computers; And, simply avoided them as much as possible. Generation Xers: This generation entered into an era of rapid changes social and economic; therefore, were very adaptable to change. Their education was influenced by these growing phenomena. They are free-willed probably due to the fact that they grew up in a time when they were allowed to be away from their parents for long
provided by Professor Eastman in the prompt and the less accurate one in the book, I’m a millennial (Beebe, et al 129). In a more anecdotal reference, I am mostly considered a millennial by members of older generations who happen to bring up the generational reference when in a discussion. I would also consider myself a millennial though only when discussing generations in the broadest sense. Thus, I feel I can safely say I am definitely a “millennial” in terms of both age and the perceived millennial
roles characters play, sexuality, gender, relationships, class issues and the generational divide. Exploring these issues is essential for recognizing the cultural significance of this specific group of films and how they are important in addressing concerns of the adolescent coming of age narrative. The Breakfast Club by John Hughes is an exploration and reflection of the changing Hollywood industry, political, economic, social, and cultural society in 1980s. Therefore the teen genre hopes to clarify:
a positive way. There are different types of features of middle childhood kids. “Middle childhood sets the stage for: school success, health literacy, self-discipline, the ability to make good decisions about risky situations, eating habits, and conflict negotiation and healthy relationships with family and friends.” (“Early and Middle,” n.d.). These features of middle childhood relate to my interest in them as students that I can help. Either as a teacher or counselor, I feel like I will concur
Generational Challenges: Moving Beyond Stereotypes to Highly Functioning Teams This is the first time in American history where four generations are in the workplace at the same time. While it is a good problem to have, this situation creates some issues because of generation gaps and stereotypes. As stated by Diana Rigg, “Maybe at this stage in my career, it’s from that younger generation that I have the most to learn.” If the older generations and the younger generations took this open approach