8: How to Coach the Millennials (Part 2), with Bonni Stachowiak
Oct 10, 2011
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Dr. Bonni Stachowiak, President of Innovate Learning and Associate Professor of Business, discusses coaching Millennials in the workplace. Topics include generational differences, autonomy in work culture, characteristics of baby boomers, understanding Millennials' needs, and effective coaching strategies for engaging and motivating younger employees.
Adapting leadership to Millennials' need for autonomy drives engagement.
Understanding and acknowledging generational differences enhances leadership effectiveness.
Deep dives
Millennials in the Workplace
Working with Millennials poses a significant challenge for many leaders due to their unique characteristics and generational differences. Millennials, born between 1980 and 2000, bring a tech-savvy and diverse perspective to the workplace, emphasizing constant feedback and virtual connectivity. Leaders must adapt to this generation's need for autonomy and meaningful work to drive motivation and engagement.
Generational Differences
Understanding generational differences is crucial for effective leadership. Each generation, from Baby Boomers to Generation X and Millennials, has distinct cultural influences and values. By acknowledging these differences and adapting leadership approaches to meet the needs and expectations of each generation, leaders can create a more inclusive and engaging work environment.
Conflict Resolution and Motivation
Leaders should proactively address conflict and foster open communication in the workplace, especially with younger generations that may avoid confrontation. Encouraging feedback, providing autonomy, and offering meaningful challenges can motivate employees of all generations, including Millennials, to enhance their performance and drive organizational success.
Welcome to the eighth episode of Coaching Skills for Leaders! This week's topic: How to Coach the Millennials (Part 2).
One of the biggest challenges I hear from leaders today is how to coach this new generation of young people entering the workforce. I cite current statistics from the Fall 2011 edition of the Leader to Leader Journal.
Special guest: Dr. Bonni Stachowiak
President of Innovate Learning (our firm)
Associate Professor of Business at Vanguard University in Costa Mesa, CA
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