Here’s why I am frustrated: Generational/age diversity, inclusion, belonging, deserves a bigger seat at the DEI decision-making table. The intersectionality of all, and I mean all diversities, including diversity of thought, needs to be recognized by both individuals and management.
It’s the time of year for looking backward and forward for trends. Here are some probabilities and their implications to think about.
https://www.youcantgoogleit.com/blog/2020/speculating-trends-for-the-future-of-work
Use the action steps in “You Can’t Google It! -The Compelling Case for Cross-Generational Conversation at Work” to increase inclusion and belonging in your organization, and also gift it to students, young alumni, interns and co-workers of different generations to give them an insightful boost to elevate their careers.
Maintaining my role as “the cross-generational voice,” my blog this month of the spirit of Thanks-giving is about approaches to have meaningful conversations with anyone you’d like to get to know or presents a difficult situation you’d like to turn around.
https://www.youcantgoogleit.com/blog/2020/good-questions-good-conversations-stronger-connections
Leaders and human resource chiefs say succession planning is a top concern and business imperative. But too little is being done about it. Clients and other external stakeholders are also going through generational transitions, and your firm or organization needs to be in alignment with those relationships. This article focuses on finding, preparing, and gaining confidence in potential successors internally.
Are you physically exercising your voice enough in this time of reduced conversation and distancing? Are you refraining from speaking up about things you believe in and/or want to change? Remember your vote is your voice, in the workplace and in a democracy.
https://www.youcantgoogleit.com/blog/2020/hows-your-voice
At a time many of us are so enthralled by Ruth Bader Ginsburg and the several legacies she forged, and at a time when we are searching for meaning, rethinking our purpose in life and in our work, and to do good for people around us: Do you ask yourself ”How will I be remembered for my work? Did I make a positive difference?” It’s time!
https://www.youcantgoogleit.com/blog/2020/are-you-positioned-to-be-a-legacy-maker
Change will present challenges as well as opportunities at every level. Accommodating more generations and functions working together to retain valuable talent will require role shifts not contemplated in past decades. Open minds and flexibility can make it work and result in a stronger, happier organization.
https://www.youcantgoogleit.com/blog/2020/role-shifts-creative-initiatives-and-action-steps