By Patrick Murphy GENERATIONS

Generations SESSION OUTLINE UNDERSTAND ME –What motivates us? –What are our impressions of the other generation? –What does the other generation think of us? –What do I bring to the relationship? UNDERSTAND THE OTHER PERSON –Traits of generations –Statements of generations –What do we want? SUSTAINABLE RELATIONSHIP –How do we work together? Points to Ponder

Generations SESSION OBJECTIVE Recognize and adapt our behavior to effectively work with people from other generations

WHAT DO WE THINK OF THE OTHER GENERATION? Generations

DESCRIBE THE TRAITS List one positive trait of the other generation List one negative trait of the other generation

SMALL GROUP ACTIVITY LEARNING Generations

LEARNING FROM THE OTHER In the youth/adviser dynamic… –I bring (what) to the relationship List 2 items –I cannot bring (what) to the relationship List 2 items Be prepared to present one of each to the group

Generations LEARNING FROM THE OTHER What I want my counterpart to learn from me –List 1 item What I want to learn from my counterpart –List 1 item

OVERVIEW OF TRAITS Generations

OVERVIEW OF TRAITS YouthAdult Other generational names:24/7“Me” Generation Influenced by:Digital MediaExperience Entitlement:ContributionExperience Values:Diversity Achievement Personal Attention Optimism Anything is possible Involvement Youthful Want to make a difference

Generations OVERVIEW OF TRAITS YouthAdult Attributes:No focus Attached to something else (phone or helicopter parent) Global Innovative Open to new ideas Appreciate competency Entitled Wants responsibility Praise the effort Adaptable Ability to handle a crisis Confident Sacrifice Task oriented Hard-working Ambitious Good communication skills Strong work ethic Focus on results

Generations OVERVIEW OF TRAITS YouthAdult View on authority:Test but find guidanceTime equals authority Developing a new skill:To learn, the results must be instant The more broad range of skills you know, the better Work attitude:EntrepreneurialDriven to Quality Work style:Anytime, anyplaceProcess oriented, but efficient Judge me on:The final product Reward:Meaningful workTitle Pursue the question:What does it mean?How do we build it?

Generations OVERVIEW OF TRAITS YouthAdult Work environmentFun, flexible, continuous feedback Warm, fun, friendly Access to leadership Access to information In my work role, I want to…Be challenged Stay Positive Be treated with respect Be part of a network, not hierarchy Be flexible Make a difference Be a star Make a contribution Use new technology Be flexible Have my idea respected Point out unnecessary work

Generations OVERVIEW OF TRAITS YouthAdult My assets are:Collaboration Optimistic Positive Technically Savvy Challenge the status quo Direct Communication Hard Worker Team Player My liabilities are:Hate menial work Need structure High expectations Dislike conflict Judgmental if disagree Impatient

Generations OVERVIEW OF TRAITS YouthAdult How to work with me:Team oriented environment Put me with bright, creative people Work with friends Want skills I can apply to another situation Notice my extra work Keep it interactive Appreciate the personal touch Allow me to be independent Valued when I was young, value me now Stay disciplined and respect the structure

DISCUSSION Generations

ACTIVITY STATEMENTS Generations

ACTIVITY - STATEMENTS 3 Sections –Style (9) –Counterpart (8) –Feedback (3) 2 or 4 options Move to the letter you agree with

Generations STATEMENT - STYLE It is ok to be on my phone while someone is talking to me. Trust me, I’m listening. –A) I agree –B) I disagree

Generations STATEMENT - STYLE It’s ok to submit poor work because I would rather: – A) get something in and be known for poor quality – B) than not submit anything and be seen as a slacker

Generations STATEMENT - STYLE I feel I should be rewarded for my contributions to the team –A) if we win/succeed. –B) even if we don’t win/succeed.

Generations STATEMENT - STYLE I feel that I am recognized: – A) for my time with the organization – B) for my contribution to the organization

Generations STATEMENT - STYLE I determine if I will attend an event based on: –A) the other people going –B) the event

Generations STATEMENT - STYLE When I was successful in the prior year, I would rather: –A) continue running the event or program the same way with the same success –B) re-invent the process the scratch and chance the results

Generations STATEMENT - STYLE I find out of events through: –A) Digital social networks –B) Internet / –C) Print publications –D) Word of Mouth

Generations STATEMENT - STYLE I am involved in other extracurricular activities besides Scouting. –I am involved in: A) 1-2 B) 3-4 C) 4-6 D) 6+

Generations STATEMENT - STYLE My calendar is booked X in advance, but if something more exciting comes along a week out from the event, I will change my plans. –A) Year –B) Quarter –C) Month –D) Week

Generations STATEMENT - COUNTERPART I believe I perform well at my job –A) Yes –B) No

Generations STATEMENT - COUNTERPART I believe my counterpart performs well at their job –A) Yes –B) No

Generations STATEMENT - COUNTERPART I know what my job and responsibilities are –A) Yes –B) No

Generations STATEMENT - COUNTERPART My counterpart knows what his/her job and responsibilities are –A) Yes –B) No

Generations STATEMENT - COUNTERPART My work ethic is: –A) Strong –B) Lazy

Generations STATEMENT - COUNTERPART The work ethic of my counterpart is: –A) Strong –B) Lazy

Generations STATEMENT - COUNTERPART I know more than my counterpart –A) Yes –B) No

Generations STATEMENT - COUNTERPART I work harder than my counterpart –A) Yes –B) No

Generations STATEMENT - FEEDBACK I expect to receive feedback (positive/negative) every _______. –A) Year –B) Quarter –C) Month –D) Week

Generations STATEMENT - FEEDBACK My lodge advisers / other youth officers give good feedback –A) Yes –B) No

Generations STATEMENT - FEEDBACK I would like it if counterpart gives me feedback –A) Yes –B) No

WHAT DO I WANT? Generations

WHAT DO ADULTS WANT? Commitment Communication To succeed / help others succeed Professional image

Generations WHAT DO YOUTH WANT? Structure Guidance / Examples Challenge Feedback / Avoid confrontation – Received and Given Support Transparency Rewards – Tangible and intangible Meaningful & interesting work

Generations WHAT DO YOUTH WANT? Respect of their time Work in a team with people they want FUN events Utilize our knowledge

HOW DO WE WORK TOGETHER? Generations

DISCUSSION The two actions I like most when… –my youth does…(question for advisers) –my adviser does…(question for youth) Be prepared to present to the group

Generations DISCUSSION What will I do differently to address the needs of the other generation? Be prepared to present to the group

POINTS TO PONDER Generations

PONDER THIS… Use of technology: –newsletters –meetings –apps Events: –Fewer Class A activities –Events with no business, only fellowship Feedback forms for youth leaders Discuss life outside of Scouting Receiving critiques/ideas from lodge members about the lodge

CONCLUSION Generations

SOURCE MATERIAL AND RESOURCES Website references: – boomer-generation-x-and-generation-y-comparison/ – generational-attitudes/ – – – – – who-would-you-rather-hire/#ixzz1tuEfjJgT

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