Followers and Generations in the Workplace

How to Manage Generations? An Approach based on the Quality of Work Life

“…This is a significant tension point between them and the younger generations because they expect others to have the same work ethic and work the same hours. (Dixon, Mercado, & Knowles, 2013). They are also loyal and accept hierarchical relationship in the workplace (Gursoy et al, 2013).…”

“…As a result, Gen Xers tend to be independent and individualistic, place more value on their own careers over being loyal to organizations, and appreciate more pay and material possessions (Wittig-Berman & Beutell, 2008). Gen Xers tend to be cynical and untrusting, which has been attributed to observing their parents' job losses despite their parents' demonstrated organizational loyalty (Dixon et al, 2013). They were also influenced by events such as: the emergence of personal computers, the expansion of the Internet, the death of John Lennon, Chernobyl, the fall of the Berlin Wall, among others (Zemke et al, 2013).…”

“…Gen Xers are noted for their willingness to develop skills and apply them effectively. In return, also they expect employers to listen to their needs, provide an enabling culture and structure, and pay fairly (Dixon et al, 2013).…”

“…However, studies also suggest that this generation is in need of constant supervision and guidance (Gursoy et al, 2013), prefer changing jobs multiple times, and they desire constant feedback with frequently added challenges (Hayes et al, 2018). Generation Y tends to be more open minded, liberal, and practical and values personal life (Park & Park, 2018), besides they want work to be meaningful, and seek to contribute to a greater purpose (Dixon et al, 2013).…”

The Role of E-Transformational Leadership in Intergenerational Cooperation for School Culture

“…Transformative leadership plays an important role in the establishment of intergenerational collaboration and formation of school culture [9,10]. The qualities to be possessed by innovative individuals in supporting development are as follows: creativity, intellectual skills, knowledge of informatics, entrepreneurship, having knowledge in specific areas, focused on future, communication skills, potential for entrepreneurship and being lifelong learners.…”