From the course: Managing Multiple Generations

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The mission of intergenerational management

The mission of intergenerational management

From the course: Managing Multiple Generations

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The mission of intergenerational management

- Bias and misinformation about the irreconcilable differences between generations are falling away as study after study confirms the value of bringing multiple generations together to solve the more complex and nuanced challenges of tomorrow's economy. Age is one more aspect of the diversity agenda that more and more employers recognize as improving their productivity, innovation, and profitability. As with all work environments that support diversity, age friendly employers welcome the different perspectives, backgrounds, and mindset that an age diverse team provides. After all, diversity is meant to reflect the society and the population at large. According to a recent study by Mercer, by 2050, the number of people over 65 will triple worldwide. Consumers and the market are aging. Organizations need to stay in touch with those changing markets or get left behind. So while we may still be talking about the vaunted 18…

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