Overcoming the Generation Gap at Workplaces

There are two important things to know about the workplace generation gap. The first of which being that it isn’t going anywhere. In fact, an ageing population coupled with retirement-age adjustments means the generation gap is only going to grow for the foreseeable future at least. Secondly, the smartest businesses know that a generation gap can actually be a blessing. The wisdom and experience of age combined with the energy and enthusiasm of youth, all brought together in one working environment. As such, it’s not the generation gap itself that never has a negative effect in a working environment. Instead, it’s the attitudes of those who do not understand or appreciate just how beneficial a diverse workforce can be.

Learn how to both appreciate and capitalise on the advantages of a workplace generation gap with this insightful tutorial. Explore the value of proactive planning, along with the role coaching and mentoring play in building a unified workforce. Study retention considerations, filling in the gaps and how to make a generation gap of any size work for the benefit of your business and its employees.