Is the generational divide even as wide as we sometimes think it is? Age is one of the primary ways by which our society is divided and with this division comes certain stereotypes about each generation. I was interviewed on the podcast by Zale Mednick to help his audience better understand the context that shapes… Read More >>
Gen Z and the Impact of COVID 19
Gen Z, Baby Boomers, Gen Xers, and Millennials… The impact of Covid-19 has spread across all the generations. The Impact on Generation Z (people born between 1997-2012), however, is a double-edged sword, both good and bad. Being younger, they will have a greater chance to survive the virus if they catch it than their older… Read More >>
Easy Cinco De Mayo Margarita
There are a vast variety of schools of thought when it comes to making the perfect margarita. I have discovered however the EASIEST way to make a really good margarita. Emphasis on the word EASY and GOOD! The Margarita purists will argue that I am “cheating” with this margarita. I will agree it is not… Read More >>
The New Necessary
Generational Advice #1 Social distancing, shelter-in-place… I’m longing for the days when we are back to ‘normal.’ Today is crazy because unless you’re part of the amazing health care field or you’re one of those incredible people that are keeping food on our shelves, or keeping us safe, you probably are working from home. And… Read More >>
Why Do Different Generations React So Differently to Coronavirus
Recently I was asked by a journalist with the Indy Star, ‘Why different generations react so differently to coronavirus?’ Unfortunately, the majority of us have become intimately familiar with something most of us had never heard of 6 months ago. Many of us are currently using terms like Social Distancing, Shelter in Place and Self… Read More >>
An Understanding Of Generations
An Understanding of Generations Back to School Series was fun to record with the host of the Wise Idea Podcast, Christopher J Harris. We discussed many things, but mostly topics related to generational differences, dealing with multiple generations and so much more. Part 1 of An Understanding of Generations – Back to School Series Part… Read More >>
How to Zap the Gap between Generations in the Workplace
Meagan discussed the Generational Differences and the generations in the workplace. Each generation is shaped by the generational signposts. So what does that mean in the workplace? Each generation has different expectations. Expectations in their lives, the workplace, as well as in the relationships. Meagan discussed baby boomers, Gen X, Gen Y, as well as… Read More >>
Recruitment Strategies Millennials Don’t Like
What the Millennial Generation doesn’t like about your recruitment strategies and what you can do about it… Recruitment Strategies When I graduated from A.S.U. in 1993, one of my business school professors gave me some job-hunting advice, “Beggars can’t be choosers. You are young and inexperienced. Take whatever you can get.” Granted, at the time… Read More >>
Millennial Managers Drive the Insurance Industry to be Feedback Driven
Millennial managers in the workplace will have your back… your feedback! How do the Millennial managers drive the insurance industry to be feedback driven? I was recently pulled over by a police officer because I was speeding. (Hopefully, my insurance agent does not subscribe to this publication.) It’s embarrassing enough getting a speeding ticket but… Read More >>
Generational Differences in Hiring
I was interviewed on Career Talk by Dr. Dawn, on SiriusXM about the generational differences in hiring and the workplace dynamics today. You can listen to the full podcast interview here: Generational Differences in Hiring We took a trip back in time and get nostalgic about Trapper Keepers, mixed tapes, Sony walkmans and many other signposts that… Read More >>
How Strong Leaders Recruit Smarter – Part 2
In this second segment of ‘How Strong Leaders Recruit Smarter‘, let’s discuss the actual HOW! Note: If you missed part 1 – you can watch and read it here: How Strong Leaders Can Recruit Smarter. According to the US Department of Labor, the cost of hiring the wrong person can cost an organization 30% of… Read More >>
How Strong Leaders Recruit Smarter
This is the first segment in a three-segment series about how strong leaders recruit smarter. Prior to 2008, generational speakers and experts were talking about what’s going to happen when all the baby boomers begin to retire. Baby boomers, people born between 1946 and 1964, represent about 20% of the American public. In the brochure… Read More >>
Millennials and Reading – Do Millennials Read?
Millennials and reading is a big topic, as they redefined the reading habits. They read differently… But first, let’s start with a little bit of a background… Has reading books gone the way of VHS tapes and talking on the phone? My mom once told me, “If you like to read and have something to… Read More >>
Generational Differences in the Workplace – How to Connect the Generations
How do we connect the generations in the workforce? In my interview with The Day Ahead, we discuss generational differences in the workplace and how to best connect the generations. The type of workforce we have today is not something we have seen in our history. Millennials and baby boomers, young and old, all sharing… Read More >>
Overcome Generational Differences
In this podcast segment, I discuss how to overcome generational differences and how generations can get along. We have our differences, but we also have much to learn from each other. Each generation is different, with strengths and weaknesses and if we work together, and fill in the gaps, everything just comes together. The more… Read More >>
Generational Differences Reexamined
Talking about generations… and generational differences! Each generation has been influenced by the major historical events, social trends and cultural phenomena of its time. Therefore, each generation has different values, standards of quality and attitudes toward customers and co-workers. Generational Differences Let’s uncover a few of these generational differences and how reaching tech-savvy Millennials is… Read More >>
Baby Boomers and Millennials – Working Together
During my keynote presentation at the American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA) 2018 Fall Conference, I discussed how Baby Boomers and Millennials can better work together. My intent of the presentation was to help employees think differently and act decisively when dealing with multiple generations. Baby Boomers and Millennials in the Workplace The differences between baby boomers… Read More >>
Ephemeral Content – Why and How to Use it When Recruiting
Have you heard of an Ephemeral Content? And most importantly, how and why to use it when recruiting? While speaking at a staffing and recruiting conference, an audience member approached me and said that Millennials and Gen Z are going to seek out jobs that replicate the consumer experience. I thought this was interesting, so… Read More >>
Baby Boomers in the Workforce – How to Leverage the Strengths
How can we leverage the strengths of baby boomers in the workforce? What impact do aging baby boomers have on our younger employees? In 1967, the Beatles – a favorite boy band among the baby-boomer recorded a song titled ‘Will you still love me when I’m sixty-four’. Turns out that question is quite outdated. According… Read More >>
Millennial Managers – Challenges Millennials Face in the Workplace
Millennial Managers face many challenges in the workplace today! How are these millennial managers and bosses shape the culture of a company? Is there a guide for successful management? I was recently pulled over by a police officer because I was speeding. It’s embarrassing enough getting a speeding ticket, but imagine my embarrassment when I… Read More >>