Each new generation arrives in the workforce with different eyes that are influenced by their unique experience and culture.

Each new generation arrives in the workforce with different eyes that are influenced by their unique experience and culture. 

Baby Boomers cared most about job security, while Millennials and Gen-Zers care most about work-life balance and making a positive difference in the world.

👥 Want to engage younger team members? Peter Economy on Inc. Magazine. provides tips to resonate with Gen Z and Millennials.
📝 Actionable Tips:

• Value Purpose Over Pay: They care about mission-driven work.
• Embrace Technology: Digital natives appreciate tech-driven solutions.
• Support Flexibility: Work-life balance is a priority.

💬 Question: What’s been your biggest lesson in leading a multi-generational team? Share your wisdom!
✨ Together, we can bridge generational gaps in the workplace!

Today’s workforce is a mashup of Baby Boomers (15 percent), Gen-Xers (31 percent), Millennials (36 percent), and Gen-Zers (18 percent). 

As Baby Boomers retire and leave the workforce behind, Millennials and Gen-Zers will increasingly fill the gap. It’s their new outlook on tech and work culture that will define how we work in the years to come.

Young people, being digital natives and purpose seekers, need a special language for communication. If you are a leader, here are seven powerful strategies to help you communicate with the Millennials and Gen-Zers in your organization.

1. Be open to flexible workstyles
Millennials and Gen-Zers are usually work-life conscientious and schedule irregularly. Be open to different communication styles and give them space to work in their own way.

2. Spark passion and purpose
More than anyone else, younger employees look for purpose in their work, so be sure to provide it. Create a compelling mission and vision, and assign tasks that are closely aligned 

with your mission and vision to make them feel involved and inspired.

3. Be brief and direct
Millennials and Gen-Zers value speed. Be direct and to the point, and write your messages in a short, crisp voice. Do not waste words or fill your communications with fluff.

4. Show specific expectations
While conciseness is key, be sure to tell specific expectations within your communication. To prevent any misunderstandings, describe the project, goals, and deliverables in very clear and understandable terms.

5. Be a digital communicator
Millennials and Gen-Zers are used to using technology—they grew up with it. Work through digital communications such as team portals, messaging, and video-conferencing.

6. Provide paths for career advancement
Younger employees are ambitious and want to get ahead. Give them regular feedback, performance metrics, and opportunities for career development in your organization.

7. Put social responsibility on the map
Many Millennials and Gen-Zers are socially conscious and into corporate responsibility. Be sure that your organization makes social and community commitments and that 

every employee has an opportunity to participate in them.

Implementing these tactics will help you build long-lasting connections with your Millennial and Gen-Z employees, create a positive work culture, and propel the growth of your business.