Managing across generations and overseeing staffs made up of people of different

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Managing across generations and overseeing staffs made up of people of different ages present challenges. Baby boomers still are in the majority among U.S. employees, but increasingly they're supervising, being supervised by or working closely with Generation X'ers, and the even-younger Millennials (Gen Y) employees. Motivating these employees, with their different mindsets, requires managers to relinquish a one-style-fits-all approach. Identify your generation. Do you think managers understand what inspires members of your generation? What is most important to you when it comes to getting a job done? What tactics work best for you?

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I am from Gen X (born in early 80's).

10 years into the system and among the managers within the same age range, I can clearly say that the managers understand what inspires members of my generation. Few things include:

1. Liberty to do their work.

2. Hard work accompanied by growth.

3. Weekend holiday, occassional parties,

4. Friendly environment instead of a boss- subordinate relationship.

5. Workplace perks such as beer, coffee, foosball, late evening games etc.

When it comes to getting a job done, first and foremost thing that is important to me is relationship. The stronger the bonding, the better is the chance of getting your job done.

I prefer having occasional discussion on work and non-work related topics, have an occasional dinner or a weekend trip. All these helps create strong bonds for me.

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