A Supervisor’s Guide to Communication Across Generations

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In today’s multigenerational workforce, employees may clash due to differing communication preferences and work styles that align with their generations. And, many supervisors lack the training needed to manage such diverse teams.

Thriving Together: Supervisor Communication for Multigenerational Teams

This resource equips leaders with insights to bridge generational gaps and foster collaboration by:

  • Understanding generational norms with respect for personal preferences
  • Increasing generational intelligence, which is awareness of how generations work together and how they may clash
  • Finding common ground for team communication
  • Using a communication plan to set expectations
  • Embracing the tools and mindset needed to lead multigenerational teams to thrive

Visit ExpressPros.com/Generations to learn more about multigenerational communication in the workplace.

About Express Employment Professionals

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