There are now five different generations making up the Australian workforce and the popular myth is they each share different values. However, Australian research says otherwise.
In fact, the research consistently shows that employees under 55 share the same top 3 priorities which are:
2. Opportunities to advance
3. Autonomy and freedom
The only difference between under and over 55s is the desire for career advancement. Instead, over 55s value meaningful work.
So How Do You Manage A Multi-Generational Workforce?
1. Directive – This is an autocratic style that works well in emergencies or when people don’t know what to do
2. Participative – Use this style of leadership when you have a competent team and are looking for ways to create innovation within the workplace or your industry
3. Visionary – This is big picture stuff where employees are given a vision for where the organisation is heading and how they can contribute to getting there
4. Coaching – A more individual-focused management style, coaching involves providing support and mentoring to fully develop an individual’s skill set while providing a safe environment for learning
5. Affiliative – This is a management technique that builds teams who are tolerant of each other’s differences, collaborate well and resolve conflict
6. Pace-Setting (or leading by example) – A great short-term management technique to increase performance
Help To Create Effective Teams
Partnering with End2End Business Solutions will give you the information you need to identify when to implement each leadership style to boost productivity and teamwork.
They offer a range of HR packages so you can choose the amount of support you and your business require.
For more information or to investigate whether End2End can help you with your people problems, call them on 02 8977 4002.