Tag Archives: gen x

Generational Viewpoints on Vacation: It’s Not a Perk

Vacations and Work-Life Balance It is summer and everyone’s thoughts are on vacation – whether long weekends or booked time-off. In conversation with a client, he mentioned that he had just been on a 2-week vacation. He continued saying that … Continue reading →

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The Myths and Strengths of Networking

Networking from a Generational Perspective The term ‘networking’ is thrown around constantly. It is a motherhood statement that we in various circumstances don’t actually know what it means or how to do it. From a generational perspective, there is a … Continue reading →

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The Need to Focus on Employees During Unsettling Economic Times

Why Focusing on Employees During an Economic Downturn is Critical As the Canadian Dollar drops, oil prices plummet and there is speculation of a housing crisis again, several industries and sectors will be badly hit. This may result in the need … Continue reading →

Posted in Leadership | Tagged economic downturn, economy, employee engagement, gen x, leadership, millennials

What’s a Gen Xer to do?

Gen Xers and Rewarding Careers In a conversation with a friend recently, we talked about the challenges that Gen Xers face as they reach their ‘mid career’ point. Depending on one’s career path, the experiences can vary widely from a … Continue reading →

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Is it Life-stages or Generational Differences?

Do Different Generations Turn Into Each Other? Recently I was at a session where the age-old question arose. Isn’t what n-gen’s describes as generational values, behaviours and expectations just a function of age? In other words, “when I was 20 … Continue reading →

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Why Achieving a Work-Life ‘Balance’ Is Still A Priority

Can Work-Life Balance Be Achieved? Regardless of what type of organization we are working with, from private to public sector, small to large, professional environment to skilled trades, leaders consistently speak of their employees’ desires for a greater work-life balance. … Continue reading →

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Analysing Engagement Surveys: What’s the Generational Perspective?

Engagement Surveys & Generational Cohorts In working with our clients, whether customizing a training workshop or completing a consulting assignment, we often ask to see the organization’s latest engagement survey. If possible, we ask that the data be given to … Continue reading →

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Gen Xers Perspectives on Retirement

How do Gen Xers Feel About Their Retirement? In a couple of weeks, n-gen will sit on a panel at a benefits and disability management conference hosted by the Conference Board of Canada. While we are not experts in either … Continue reading →

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What If We Can’t Ignore Gen Ys Anymore?

Can We Still Discount Gen Ys? Earlier this week, the province of New Brunswick elected the youngest premier in Canadian history. At 32 years old, premier Brian Gallant falls into the Gen Y cohort. As with any generation, 3-4 years … Continue reading →

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Generational cohorts are who they are, all around the world

What Are Different Generations Like in Different Countries? In a majority of sessions, a participant will ask the question as to relationship between cultures and generations, wondering if the n-gen perspective is North American focused. Does it apply to other … Continue reading →

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