Making the Workplace Inclusive: Generations in the Workplace [9331]
Date: Friday, March 9, 2018
Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Greater Columbus Convention Center
Room: A113

Speakers:
   Shadya Yazback, Chief of Enterprise Services, Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation
   Sarah Baker, Specialist, Global Diversity and Inclusion Center, Columbus State Community College

Track: Human Resources
Session Type: Workshop
Skill Level: Basic

Description:
Gen Z is entering the workplace, millennials are getting established in their careers, and Gen Xers are collectively asserting themselves as leaders and power brokers while still competing with the Baby Boomers and Traditionalists who just won’t exit stage left. Employers who create space for all five generations to bring their authentic selves to the workplace can see increased engagement, productivity, innovation and employee satisfaction. This session examines each generation’s experience and characteristics; explores differences in the workplace; and provides strategies for effective communication, problem solving and respectful interaction to support an inclusive workplace.

Learning Objectives:
Identify the different generations in the workplace
Describe general characteristics of each generation
List strategies for making the work environment inclusive for each group

CEU Hours:  
  IACET: 0.2
  HRCI: 3
  BWC Discount Programs: 3

File & Handouts:
Generations in the Workplace: Full Page Slides


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