Millennials and Baby-boomers have very different values, and the characteristics of each generation is overwhelmingly apparent in the workplace. Until the shift from Boomer-heavy companies to Millennial-heavy companies occurs (and it will soon), the two have to learn to work together. Here we have outlined 6 of the main ways you can encourage collaboration instead of collision between these two generations.

2. The wants and needs of a
are different from those of a

3. Baby-boomers may care about strong

4. …while Millennials may be adamant on their
company providing

5. While the two generations aren’t complete
opposites, it is important to understand that
they function very differently in the workplace

6. We have compiled
amongst these generations
(and how to best utilize the skills of each group)

7. Expectations about receiving feedback

8. A Millennial employee wants
your

9. They want to know that they are
doing their job right, and well.
And they want to know regularly.

10. On the contrary,
Baby-boomers don’t expect
to have their hands held

11. Once they are assigned a task, they aim to
complete the job - no questions asked and
no round of applause needed

12. Luckily, the solution to combining
these differing opinions about
can be quite simple!

13. Millennials are asking for mentors,
and Baby-boomers
can fill this void

14. By assigning a Baby-boomer as a
Millennial’s mentor, the boomer can
provide the meaningful feedback
that the Millennial desires

15. Dependence on Technology

17. In the office, Millennials
rely heavily on technology for
communication and interaction

22. However, Baby-boomers
are having a tougher
time letting go of their
now antiquated ways

23. Be

24. Be

25. Be

26. Acknowledge the less
employees by providing tutorials and seminars

27. The change in supply and demand

28. Today, there is a
demand for Millennial talent
than there is supply of it

29. Baby-boomers didn’t have
the to pick and choose
when they started
job searching

30. Be aware that there are many job options today…

31. …and focus on maintaining a
by providing
a fun and healthy work environment

32. Age’s Effect on Health

33. Millennials are the youngest
members of the office today

34. Their energy level is…
…HIGH!

35. But, their likelihood to
commit to one company is…
…LOW

36. They are not as concerned
with a comprehensive health
benefits package for a family.

37. …Baby-boomers are the
of the office

38. Their main focus is in being
able to provide for their
families and the future

39. They are to
their company

40. So for them, focus on your

41. Make sure your benefits
package has enough of a
variety to attract both Millennial
and Baby-boomer talent!

42. Employee Expectation

43. Millennials do not come with
the expectation to

44. But Baby-boomers expect everyone to

45. This can leave both generations
frustrated with you as to why their
professional path is not panning out
as they originally thought

46. Address expectations
at the beginning of
employment to avoid
confusion and
misunderstandings

47. Company Loyalty

48. It’s no secret that Millennials like to

49. “91% of Millennials expect to stay at a
company for less than 3 years”
– JB Training Solutions

50. BUT…

51. “62% of boomers say it is likely that they will
stay at the same company for the rest of
their lives”
– Pew Survey

53. What can you do?
Show employee appreciation!

54. Let them know that no matter their
age, they are to your
company in their own unique way.

55. Celebrate

56. Celebrate

57. Celebrate a

58. If you show that you care
about your employees,
they will give you respect
and loyalty in return

59. We hope this helps you to
bridge the generational gap
between your employees!
For more in depth solutions and details,
check out our eBook here:
http://resources.urbanbound.com/millennials-boomers