The contemporary workforce is multi-generational. This course will aid you to recognize and celebrate this diversity in the workplace. You’ll learn to skillfully navigate the unique characteristics of each generation, challenge stereotypes, and foster effective communication. This program empowers you to create a harmonious, innovative, and inclusive work environment; it provides specific tools for understanding, managing, and planning diversity and intergenerational collaboration.
About the Course
Overview
Every generation employed by your organization possesses a characteristic set of behaviors and values regarding work ethic, the meaning of work, communication styles, authority and motivation. The way individuals exhibit these differences may inhibit collegiality, collaboration and engagement.
In this course, participants learn about the aspects of diversity that different generations can bring about in organizations and how acknowledging those differences can lead to the cultivation of a positive, productive and inclusive work environment. This course also provides specific strategies for managing across and within generations.
Learning Objectives
At the end of this workshop, participants will be able to
- Summarize the general characteristics of the five generations
- Identify and disprove the myths and assumptions each group makes about the others
- Apply strategies for effective interpersonal communication and management across and within generations
- Describe and simulate workplace climate conditions conducive for diversity to be acknowledged, exhibited and valued
- Devise a personal plan of action to achieve new diversity goals
Who should take this course
In most workplaces today, you’ll find a blend of different generations working together or potentially joining your team. Leaders, whether they have years of experience or are emerging talents, often seek ways to embrace this diversity and effectively lead teams spanning generations. The ideal candidate for this course aims to cultivate inclusive workplaces and navigate the unique dynamics of each generation.
Administrative/Support Staff
Aspiring Managers
Committee Chair or Cross-functional Team Leads
Current Managers
Human Resources Personnel
Leaders at Every Level
Marketing/Sales Staff
Program Managers
Project Managers
Staff members who engage in formal and informal peer coaching
Staff Members who interact with internal and/or external stakeholders
open enrollment
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Open enrollment provides a flexible training option for individuals and professionals seeking to enhance their skills independently. This approach allows participants from various organizations, or those self-sponsored, to register for pre-scheduled courses, offering a unique opportunity to learn alongside a diverse group of peers. LEARN MORE
1 Day
9 am - 5 pm EST
Online
Reserve your seat(s) for our scheduled open enrollment courses through the end of 2024.
Jul 30
Age Inclusive Leadership: Fostering Intergenerational Understanding
Online | 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. EST | Instructor-Led | $499/seat
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exclusive enrollment
Looking for a tailored experience for your team?
Exclusive enrollment offers a tailored training experience designed specifically for organizations looking to equip their teams with specialized skills. This option allows companies to schedule private sessions for their employees, ensuring the curriculum is directly aligned with their unique goals and challenges. LEARN MORE
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Classroom
Webinar
Interested in customizing a learning experience that aligns perfectly with your team’s needs? Fill out the form to inquire about our exclusive enrollment options. Our dedicated team will work closely with you to design a training program tailored specifically to your organization’s objectives and challenges.
What People Say
JHMA provided a top notch training and professional development seminar in an engaging and exciting way! As a former instructor myself, I could appreciate the tact, effectiveness and art form of the instructor’s delivery style.
N.K.
Program Specialist, TSA
I can honestly say that [JHMA's] work has helped to shape the culture of McNeil Technologies to one that is positive, collaborative, and open. We could not be happier with the results.
James McNeil
Ceo, McNeil Technologies, Inc.
[JHMA] designs, develops and delivers truly outstanding workshops, training and interventions... I have found no one more capable at reaching people and organizations where they are and helping them to change for the better.
James F. Garrett
Founder and former President & CEO, Sentel Corp
