This document discusses strategies for leading different generations in the workplace, specifically Generations X and Y. It provides information about the defining characteristics and preferences of each generation. Generation X includes those born between 1961-1980 who seek work-life balance and challenge conventions. Generation Y, also known as Millennials, were born between 1981-2000 and have always used technology. They prefer collaborative work and demand personal time. The document recommends ideas for leading a multi-generational workforce, including mentorship programs, commitment to training and professional development, and utilizing both traditional and new forms of communication.

1. Working with GenerationsWorking with Generations
X & Y:X & Y:
Leading the Next GenerationLeading the Next Generation
Monday, July 28, 2014
Chas Jordan & Marissa Segundo
City of Largo
www.largorecyclesMORE.com

2. How many....
Silent Generation?
Baby Boomers?
Gen X-ers?
Millennials?

3. Generation X – Marissa
(1961 - 1980)
Generation Y – Chas
(1981 - 2000)

4. Source:
http://content.time.com/time/covers/0,16641,1
9970609,00.html
Generation “X”
Born 1961-1980
Comprises 40% of the workforce
The self-reliant generation
Challenge themselves and others
Communication style is direct and
immediate (needs answers today)
Motivated to do it their way
Want structure and direction
Skeptical
Seeks work/family balance
Work with today's technology in its
infancy
Environmental interest

5. Source:
http://libguides.reynolds.edu/millennials
Generation “Y” (Millennials)
Born 1981-2000
Comprises 30% of the workforce
Have always multitasked
Participative/collaborative work style (in
your face)
E-mail, voicemail, text, internet
Not afraid to embrace the sharing of
ideas in a team setting
Social Media
Goal oriented
Service driven
Demand personal time for family/leisure
Need to know “why”

6. Source:
http://research.gigaom.com/2013/03/what-
impact-will-millennials-have-on-the-workplace/
THERE ARE
CURRENTLY
80 MILLION
MILLENNIALS IN THE
UNITED STATES
By 2025, Millennials
will compose 75% of
the workforce.
(Forbes, 2013)

7. Working Together
Well, now we KNOW about Generations X & Y...
how do we get them to WORK together with us?
Source:
www.keyposters.com

8. Things to Remember...
1. WE ALL WANT TO SUCCEED
2. WE ALL WANT TO LEARN
3. WE WANT OUR CAREER TO BENEFIT
AND ENRICH OUR LIVES, NOT BE OUR
LIVES.

9. Ideas for Your Workplace
1. Mentorship
2. Commitment to Professional
Development, Travel, and Training.
3. Quality Constructive Criticism and
Commendation
4. Community Outreach Programs
5. Freedom to Succeed

10. Ideas for SWANA
1. Mentorship Programs
2.Understand Your Membership
Demographic
3. Communication through Old/New
Media
4. Provide Professional
Development & Member Resources
5. Board Term Limits & YP Board

11. QUESTIONS??