People from different generations often see the world quite differently. And though many of these differences can be attributed to the normal variations among all human beings, some can be traced to the period in which each generation was raised and the common experiences it had. Experts call these events “generational signposts” and they influence how we think and behave long after our childhoods are over. 

While it is never a good idea to overly generalize individual behavior based on generational groupings, it is a fact that people from different generational cohorts often see the world differently from each other and this can lead to varying levels of friction in the workplace environment. Today’s spectrum of generational cohorts spans “Boomers,” “Gen X,” “Millennials (early and late),” “Gen Y,” “Gen Z,” and the latest entry “Gen Alpha,” each with their own set of shared cultural experiences and language that may prove baffling to each other. 

During this session, we’ll host a panel of representatives from each of these respective generational cohorts who will share their thoughts on improving communication and understanding between those of different eras. We’ll discuss how the various generations deal with and understand technology, how they communicate differently (calls vs. emails vs. texts), how their workplace habits and ethics may differ, as well as how they view and react to the differences they may have from each other. 

This promises to be a lively and informative discussion on how different generations interact and how this knowledge can be leveraged to improve workplace performance and culture.