Tameka L. Taylor, Ph.D. Partner and Consultant Leadership Development…Leading a Generationally Diverse Team OJACC Conference October 11, 2012 Compass Consulting Services, LLC.

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Objectives of the Day Examine generational characteristics Discuss the core values of each generation and how it impacts the culture of an organization Recognize what motivates each generation Understand and respect generational biases in order to bring out the best in everyone and create an inclusive culture for all

The Generations Traditionalists Baby Boomers Generation X Millennials Born (65-88 years old) (10% of workforce) Born (46-64 years old) (45% of workforce) Born (30-45 years old) (30% of workforce) Born (10-29 years old) (15% of the workforce)

Generational Values CORE VALUESGOALS Traditionalists Fiscal restraint Work ethic Sacrifice To be respected To be valued Boomers Ideals Success Long hours Lifelong learning Xers Entrepreneurship Ambition Self-trust Independence No rules Millennials Technological savvy Eagerness to learn Confidence A chance at heroism To make a difference

What You Can Do 1.Understand each generation’s unique formative years 2.Understand each generation’s unique core values 3.Connect with each generation in the workplace, marketplace, and living room

Collaborating Across Generations Utilize the expertise of all Create communication norms – how, when, where Allow each member to contribute to the goal while maximizing each of their strengths Provide opportunity for brainstorming Intentionally create cross-generational learning opportunities

Diversity and Inclusion Diversity is… the differences among us. Inclusion is… appreciating, respecting and valuing those differences. If diversity is the noun, inclusion is the verb. Inclusion is about our behaviors.

Contact Information Compass Consulting Services, LLC. P.O. Box Beachwood, Ohio Tameka L. Taylor, Ph.D