Module 2 Discussion – The New Diversity – A Melding
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For the first time in American history, we have four
different generations of employees in the workplace – Veterans, Baby Boomers,
Gen X-ers and Gen Y-ers, the latter commonly labeled “The Millennials.” And
each group represents different beliefs, values, attitudes, and behavior norms.
Call it the “New Diversity.” Potentially, the situation has enormous
ramifications. The multi-generational mosaic can affect how members of these
groups work in teams, implement new business practices, and perform the job. And
the generational differences have performance implications as well in terms of
the level of commitment to goals, recognition of authority and understanding
work instructions. The mission for business is to harness the energies of each
generation and create a synergy that breeds winning interpersonal
relationships.
Review the following for further insight into the melding of
generations:
Generational Differences Chart (Links to an external site.)
The “Millennials” Are Coming (Links to an external
site.) by Morley Safer for 60 Minutes
Millennials — Who are they? The original 60 Minutes
interview from 2008 (3:14M) (Links to an external site.)
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Discuss the following questions:
What problems do you foresee occurring with four generations
as members of the same work group?
What strategies would you suggest that might minimize the
differences and create a cohesive team?
Post your responses in this discussion. Be sure to return to
the forum later this week, read the viewpoints of your classmates and comment
on their statements.
