Multigenerational Workforce Archives

Bridging the Leadership Generation Gap: Unique Capabilities for each Generation to be an Effective Leader

July 19, 2023

I have learned while working with leaders at all levels across many industries, many leaders tend to lead the way they were led. Perhaps it is human nature to do what we know. There are a variety of leadership styles and “one size does not fit all.” Effective leaders today need an awareness of generational uniqueness and have self-awareness of their generational values and work ethic.

Having a leadership approach that considers one’s own generational uniqueness can help a leader step out to be what they need to be for everyone across the organization. This can allow leaders from various generations to consistently increase engagement and productivity, enhance innovation and creativity, and support solid succession planning and retention.… Read More “Bridging the Leadership Generation Gap: Unique Capabilities for each Generation to be an Effective Leader”

Understanding Millennials

January 3, 2017

I discovered this incredible video which holds back nothing. It emphasizes a lot of the work I do for organizations that wisely realize they need outside support to address this phenomenon.

Understanding the Millennials is perhaps the single most effective way to ensure organizational sustainability. They are your employees, they are your customers.

I talk about this a lot in my programs and provide strategic planning to help grow leaders and their people. This leads to sustained profits. It’s about the people. Without the people, companies cannot get the other.

These future leaders need different types of growth and nurturing. They need patience and commitment.… Read More “Understanding Millennials”

The Transformational Leader: Story of the Seed

October 5, 2015

THE STORY

A successful business man was growing old and knew it was time to choose a successor to take over the business.

Instead of choosing one of his Directors or his children, he decided to do something different. He called all the young executives in his company together.

He said, “It is time for me to step down and choose the next CEO. I have decided
to choose one of you.” The young executives were shocked, but the boss continued. ”I am going to give each one of you a seed today – one very special seed. … Read More “The Transformational Leader: Story of the Seed”

Informal Learning: Are Your Maximizing Your Full Learning Potential?

August 10, 2015

Let me ask you this. What do you feel makes an organization cutting edge when it comes to a learning and development strategy?

Recently, I was asked this question in an interview. This question came up because they asked my why I listed Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn among my learning technology experience. The answer of course goes deeper than having the latest and greatest technology or the best classroom. Companies that invest in informal learning are shown to have sustainable results. Informal learning goes beyond tangible and moves into areas we have not traditionally had much success measuring. That said, it definitely becomes an other stitch woven into the fabric of the organization’s culture for sustainability.… Read More “Informal Learning: Are Your Maximizing Your Full Learning Potential?”

How do people see you? Are you a TRUST BOOSTER or a TRUST BUSTER? CORPORATE TRUST Begins with YOU

July 5, 2015

When it comes to trust—How do people see you? How do you view yourself? Are you a trust booster or a trust buster?

Today, trust is a critical element in the workplace, whether it is an email, a tweet, one-on-one, in the classroom or in a staff meeting. I have done my share of trust busting in my career. I have learned over time, how to become more conscious of trust from a leadership perspective, and how it literally radiates throughout the culture of an organization. It is an experience. It is a feeling. It is a sense. It can also be seen. … Read More “How do people see you? Are you a TRUST BOOSTER or a TRUST BUSTER? CORPORATE TRUST Begins with YOU”

COMMUNICATION: Executives Telling the Whole Story? Or, is Part of the Story Enough?

April 21, 2010

I received a communication requesting recommendations for how to open up communication within the organization. This is a bold and quite perceptive insight for an executive leader to recognize this need. Communication is the root cause that erodes trust and if effectively woven into the cultural fabric, can sustain an organization. Today it requires starting over with a “beginner’s mind” considering today’s social media climate.

More and more, we are hearing about executives in their ivory tower that only tell their employees what they want to hear. But, how much is too much? At what time do we sacrifice productivity for the sake of being transparent and building a culture of trust? … Read More “COMMUNICATION: Executives Telling the Whole Story? Or, is Part of the Story Enough?”