S5 E10: Slaying Stereotypes: Managing 5 Generations in the Workforce with Dave Garcia

In every generation, there’s a “chosen one”—but I’m not talking about Buffy the Vampire Slayer.

Right now, we’ve got five generations working side by side: Traditionalists, Baby Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z. So yeah, managing this mix isn’t exactly a walk in the park. 

This week, Dave Garcia has returned to dive into the wild world of multi-generational workforces and bring some clarity to it all. 

We’re busting some myths, breaking down what each generation really wants (spoiler: it’s not all about avocado toast), and exploring how to lead a team that spans decades. 

Whether you’re trying to figure out how to get everyone on the same page or just curious about which generation started the job-hopping trend, this episode is packed with insights.

00:02:50 - How Many Companies Are Still Working With the Traditionalist Generation?

00:06:12 - Challenges With Managing a Multi-generational Workforce

00:10:30 - Using ChatGPT to Better Understand Generational Stereotypes

00:21:55 - Did Gen X Start the Trend of Job Hopping?

00:30:22 - Dave’s Take on Gen Z

00:38:03 - How to Create an Inclusive Culture Among Such Diverse Generations

00:45:30 - Benefits of a Multi-generational Workforce

00:50:26 - The Best Leadership Style for Managing a Multi-generational Workforce

00:55:20 - How to Future Proof Your Organization 

And if you love I Hate It Here, sign up to Hebba’s newsletter! It’s for jaded, overworked, and emotionally burnt-out HR/People Operations professionals needing a little inspiration.

https://workweek.com/discover-newsletters/i-hate-it-here-newsletter/

And if you love the podcast, be sure to check out https://www.youtube.com/@ihateit-here for even more exclusive insider content!

Follow Dave:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nycddg/

Follow Hebba: 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ihateit-here/videos

LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/hebba-youssef

Twitter: https://twitter.com/hebbamyoussef