Generational Differences

1. Generational Differences Generation X and Generation Y: Similarities and Differences Dr. Don Jenrette Air Force Reserve Command

2. Generational Differences Overview Information Rationale Which Are You? Generation X Generation Y Events and Experiences Characteristics

3. Reference Material Lancaster, C., Stillman, D. When Generations Collide. Harper Collins. 2002. Karp, H., Fuller, C., and Sirias, D. Bridging the Boomer Xer Gap: Creating Authentic Teams for High Performance at Work. Palo Alto, CA. Davies-Black Publishing. 2002. Zemke, R., Raines, C., and Flipczak, B. Generations at Work: Managing the clash of Veterans, Boomers, Xers, and Nexters in Your Workplace. NY. AMACOM 2000. Howe, N., and Strauss, W. Millenials Rising: The Next Great Generation. Vintage. 2000.

4. Generational Differences Information Rationale We are a product of our environment and life experiences When working with and coming in to daily contact with others from different generations, it’s important to recognize and know generational differences Each generation has distinct attitudes, behaviors, expectations, habits and motivational buttons

5. Generational Differences Which Are You? Born 1965-1978 Generation X (32-45) Born 1979-1993 Generation Y (17-31)

6. Generational Differences Events and Experiences (Generation X) Fall of Berlin Wall Watergate Women’s Liberation Desert Storm Energy Crisis

7. Generational Differences Events and Experiences (Generation Y) School Shootings Oklahoma City Technology Child Focused World Clinton/Lewinsky

8. Generational Differences Characteristics (Generation X) Neglected by Parents Loyal to Relationships Serious about Life Stressed Out Survivors

9. Generational Differences Characteristics (Generation Y) Groomed to Achieve Lowest Parent-to Child Ratio in U.S. History More Law Abiding More Socially Conscious New Confidence

10. Generational Differences View of Media Technology Generation X Atari/Lap Tops Generation Y Internet/iPod

11. Generational Differences View of Technology Generation X Enjoy It Generation Y Employ It

12. Generational Differences View of Music Generation X Alternative/Rap/MTV Generation Y Techno/Swing/Very Diverse

13. Generational Differences View of Heroes Generation X Kurt Kobain/Michael Jordan Generation Y Parents & Grandparents/ NYPD/Bill Gates

14. Generational Differences Memories Generation X Snoop Dog/Beavis/REM Generation Y Trench Coat Mafia/Health/ Goo-Goo Dolls

15. Generational Differences TV Shows Generation X 90210 Generation Y Reality TV/Grey’s Anatomy

16. Generational Differences View of Future Generation X Uncertain/Hopeless Generation Y Ambivalent/Hopeful

17. Generational Differences Theme toward Work Generation X Uncertainty Generation Y “What’s Next?” What would you do to motivate each?

18. Generational Differences Theme toward Responsibility Generation X Personal Focus Generation Y On My Terms How would you best approach each toward getting the mission accomplished?

19. Generational Differences Theme toward Workplace Generation X Live for Today Generation Y Just Show Up What kind of environment would you foster for each?

20. Generational Differences Theme toward Money Generation X Save, Save, Save Generation Y Earn to Spend What reward(s) would you consider for each?

21. Generational Differences Theme toward Work Output Generation X Eliminate the Task Generation Y Do Exactly What’s Asked How would you approach each?

22. Generational Differences Theme toward Core Values Generation X Skepticism/Informality Generation Y Realism/Confidence How would you gain the trust of each?

23. Generational Differences Theme toward Family Generation X Latch-key Kids Generation Y Merged Families How would you best include their family?

24. Generational Differences Theme toward Education Generation X A Way to Get There Generation Y An Incredible Expense How would you introduce the role of educational pursuits in the workplace for each?

25. Generational Differences Theme toward Media Generation X Cell Phones Generation Y Internet/Picture Phones How would you approach each on use of media in the workplace?

26. Generational Differences Theme toward Personal Communications Generation X Call Me Only at Work Generation Y E-Mail Me/Text Me How would you approach for each on use of personal communications at work?

27. Generational Differences Theme toward Leadership Style Generation X Ask Why/Challenge Others Generation Y To Be Determined What leadership approach would you use?

28. Generational Differences Theme toward Interactive Style Generation X Entrepreneur Generation Y Participative How would you best interact in the workplace?

29. Generational Differences Theme toward Feedback/Rewards Generation X Freedom is Best Reward Generation Y Meaningful Work What would you do regarding this area?

30. Generational Differences Theme toward Messages that Motivate Generation X Do It Your Way/Forget Rules Generation Y You Will Work with Other Bright, Creative People In what ways would you motivate each?

31. Generational Differences Theme toward Work and Family Life Generation X Balance Generation Y Balance What does this tell you?

32. Generational Differences Questions?

33. Generational Differences Overview Information Rationale Which Are You? Generation X Generation Y Events and Experiences Characteristics

34. Generational Differences Generation X and Generation Y: Similarities and Differences Dr. Don Jenrette Air Force Reserve Command