Shift in Generations Can Cause a Quake in Organizational Behavior
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4-1 Discussion: Shift in Generations Can Cause a Quake in Organizational Behavior
Alicia Felts
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The generational gap in the workplace is “the difference in behavior and outlook between groups of people who were born at distinctly different times” (Tanner, 2020). Each generation grew up in a different context and may have different work expectations. For instance, members of the silent generation are typically depicted as being very fiscally conservative, while baby boomers may show more liberal fiscal tendencies. Gen Z’s are heavily tech-reliant and comfortable using social media platforms, while older generations may prefer other forms of communication. Problems in managing generational gaps in the workplace can arise from misunderstanding. Each generation can have its own preferences and expectations when it comes to completing job responsibilities. For instance, Gen Xers, baby boomers, and members of the silent generation may be more deferential to authority than their later-born counterparts. They may also put more stock in loyalty to a specific company. Also, since each generation can have a different preferred communication method, the potential exists for information to be missed by certain employees who are not as reliant on technology.
I think the organizational shift through generations has influenced individual performance positively. If you were to compare the baby boomers to Gen X, baby boomers are generally characterized as hard workers who enjoy overtime and long weeks and can be thought to be more committed to their roles compared to other generations. However, Gen Xers are viewed as the best overall workers, they are committed to a work-life balance and are great revenue generators. Generation X employees are highly valued by employers because of their position in the workforce. While baby boomers are retiring and millennial’s are still trying to determine their paths, Gen Xers can offer employers a wealth of knowledge, experience, and stability.
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