The old command-and-control style of managing just does not work with this generation. Here are five ways to engage them:
Don't manage, mentor: Growth, Skills, Contribution, Learning.
Don't assign, explain: Experience, Understanding, Life Skills.
Don't dictate, solicit: Daily Employee Input.
Don't ignore, respond: Empowerment, Listen, Communication.
Don't conceal, communicate: Feedback, Social Interaction with peers, Dialogue.
It is hard for the Old Dog to keep up in today's world.
ReplyDeleteHowever it is never too late for those who want to keep up to learn better ideas of communicating. That is the heart of any growing business or concern.
Have a great day!
I had to attend a class on how to communicate with all the different age groups last year. I thought it was great and really learned alot!
ReplyDeleteThis and another entry of yours recently would also be of great use to improving interpersonal relationships.
ReplyDeleteThis list looks familiar Ken; I think I may have seen this info someplace else too. Not that I can remember where.
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