Building a Healthier Multigenerational Workplace Culture in Healthcare
You know, if there’s one thing I’ve learned after two decades of talking with all kinds of teams, it’s this: we need every generation at the table. And nowhere is this more true than in healthcare. Now, I don’t need to tell you how intense healthcare can be—it’s demanding, high-stakes, and relentless. So, when you’ve got Baby Boomers working alongside Gen X, Millennials, and even some Gen Z newcomers, it’s not surprising there can be some friction. But that friction can be powerful if we use it right.
Here’s the deal: each generation has a unique story and a different way of showing up at work, based on the experiences that shaped them. And these generational stories aren’t just some fluffy background; they define how we see work, how we handle stress, and even how we interact with our colleagues. In healthcare, where teamwork can literally be a life-or-death matter, understanding these differences isn’t a “nice to have”—it’s essential.
Unlocking the Potential of Gen Z: Strategies for Managing Your Gen Z Team
Recently, I had the privilege of conducting a workshop for a group of summer interns here in Houston, centered around the topic of “Growing Your Personal Brand to Expand Your Network.” Throughout my time working with this diverse group, I was pleasantly surprised to witness firsthand how they shattered the negative stereotypes often portrayed about […]
A Generational History of Engagement in the Workplace – The Rise and Fall of Employee Engagement
Are we witnessing the collapse of employee engagement in the workplace? Ok, I admit it sounds a little dramatic. But there is no denying the fact that today’s employees are struggling to make a deep, lasting connection with their employers. Some even go so far as to view their “career” as a “job” and vow […]
Getting Employees Back to the Office – 7 Critical Things Gen Z Needs to Know
While people around the world are returning to their lives, returning to the movie theaters, restaurants, conferences, and travel, they are not excited about going back to the office, especially Gen Z. That’s right, Gen Z employees don’t want to return to the office.
So what is the future of remote work for Gen Z? This post gives 7 ways Gen Z can benefit from returning to the office.
7 Exciting Ways Gen Z is Changing the Workplace
The modern workplace has been constantly evolving and changing throughout the years – both in response to the adoption of new technologies, as well as the shifting values and work-styles from generation to generation.
Millennials have had a huge impact on the our workplace, but Generation Z is set to take things to the next level. In this post, we’ll explore how this generation is changing the way we work.
Understanding Gen Z: They Are Not Young Millennials
If you haven’t noticed, Gen Z has arrived and they need some understanding! They are the “newest” generation to enter the workplace and are soon to pass Millennials as the largest generation with 1/3 of the world’s population. In the U.S., Gen Z accounts for more than 25% of the people and is the most diverse generation in history.
OK Boomer Meme Gains Attention
Social media has introduced a new way to communicate emotions with memes. Millennials and Zoomers (Generation Z) are into this form of communication, and a recent Boomer meme is stirring up a lot of controversies. For those of you who aren’t familiar with memes, it’s a piece of media, often humorous, that spreads rapidly through […]
Millennial Job-Hopping: Understanding a Growing Trend
If you Google “Millennial” you see the countless stereotypes written about the Millennial employee. They are called lazy, entitled, immature, non-committed job-hoppers. Today many employers call Millennials a definite “flight risk.”I’ve been researching and speaking on Generations in the Workplace for over 10 years. I believe that time spent judging different generations would be much better spent understanding them.
Gain the Competitive Advantage in Attracting, Retaining, and Engaging Millennial Talent
Most Millennials were raised by Baby Boomers and are often misunderstood by Gen X, Traditionalists, and even the Boomers. When you understand what motivates this generation (also known as Gen Y), you gain a compelling competitive advantage in attracting, retaining, and engaging Millennial talent that fits well with your own organization.
10 Fun Facts About Gen Z You Need to Know
Explore 10 Gen Z facts and insights, with research and practical tips to improve communication, feedback, and collaboration across generations.