The document discusses generational differences in the workplace, focusing on Boomers, Generation Jones, Generation X, and Generation Y, highlighting their defining moments, values, and life stages. It emphasizes the importance of understanding these differences to foster engagement, create a positive work culture, and become an employer of choice. Strategies for connecting with each generation and addressing their specific needs and concerns are outlined, along with discussion points for organizations to consider.

1. Connect + EngageThe Generations @ WorkPeter Reek . Principal Smart Savvy + Associates Direct - 604.639.5446 peter@smartsavvy.ca

2. “Each generation imagines itself to be more intelligent than the one that went before it , and wiser than the one that comes after it.”~ George Orwell

3. OverviewConnecting with the Generations

4. Boomers /Generation Jones

5. Generation X

6. Generation Y

7. Focus on the similarities/common ground

8. Ingredients for engaging and becoming Employer Of Choice

9. Discussion/Round TableGet on the Same PageBoomers 1946 – 1964 (46- 64 yrs)

10. Generation Jones 1955 – 1964 (45-56 yrs)

11. Generation X 1965 – 1979 (31– 45 yrs)

12. Generation Y 1980 – 1994 (16 – 30 yrs)Famous Y’s

13. Famous X’ers

14. Famous Boomers (Later Stage/Generation Jones)

15. Famous Boomers (Leading Edge)

16. Examining A GenerationDefining Moments

17. Key Values & Concerns

18. Current & Next Life Stages

19. Emotions & Affinities

20. Physiographic Profiles

21. Social Activities/LifestyleGen Y (16-30)Defining Moments

22. Princess Diana

23. 9/11

24. Iraq War

25. Columbine

26. Life Stage

27. Early Stage Career

28. Recent Grad

29. University (Grad School)

30. Marriage (28/29)

31. First child

32. First home purchasingGen X (31-45)Defining Moments

33. AIDS Crisis