Intergenerational Teams & DEI: How To Promote A Positive & Inclusive Work Environment

Description  Overview Discover the truth behind common assumptions about generational differences in the workplace, and learn effective strategies for communication, supervision, and support in cross-generational teams. In today's workforce, five distinct generations work together, leading many to assume each has unique characteristics and needs. However, popular stereotypes about different age groups can be misleading and create unnecessary challenges for organizations. Supervisors who rely on generalized assumptions about older or younger employees risk creating an ineffective and demoralized workplace while ignoring the complexities of each individual. At higher education institutions, addressing potential biases and promoting a productive, respectful work environment that values diversity and inclusion is critical. Furthermore, these factors play a crucial role when they intersect with other social identities such as race, ethnicity, and socioeconomic status.Investing in effective communication and management strategies that appreciate each employee's unique strengths can help pave the way for a positive and successful work environment. By challenging harmful generalizations and focusing on evidence-based practices, organizations can achieve higher levels of engagement, productivity, and job satisfaction across all generations. Objectives Identify common assumptions about different generations in the workplace and explore how they impact team communication and performance. Understand each generation's unique characteristics and needs in your organization and develop strategies for effective communication, supervision, and support across generations. Recognize potential implicit biases based on generational stereotypes and develop tools to mitigate their impact on workplace culture and performance. Promote a positive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and intersectionality of identities, including age, race, ethnicity, and socioeconomic status. Implement evidence-based management practices that foster engagement, productivity, and job satisfaction across generational differences, and promote a healthy and prosperous work culture for all employees. Who Should Attend This insightful webinar caters to supervisors and esteemed higher education leaders seeking innovative strategies to effectively communicate, engage, motivate, and inspire their diverse, multi-generational teams.