Bridging Generational Gaps
Generational differences motivate clients and lawyers. Marketing, recruiting, and supervising can be more effective when adjusted for these differences. See below for a list of generational differences and resources for accommodating them.
Silent Generation (ages 79 to 99;
born 1925 to 1945)
Grew up during the depression and lived through World War II. Prefer paper and low tech. Hardworking, loyal, and respectful. May need legal assistance with legal aspects of elder care and elder abuse.
Grew up during the depression and lived through World War II. Prefer paper and low tech. Hardworking, loyal, and respectful. May need legal assistance with legal aspects of elder care and elder abuse.
Baby Boomers (ages 60 to 78; born
1946 to 1964)
Born during the golden age of
television. Veterans of Korean and Vietnam wars. Known for strong work ethic,
loyalty to employers, and professionalism. May need estate planning for
themselves and for family members with special needs Constitutes about 25% of the
workforce.
Generation X (ages 43 to 59; born
1965 to 1980)
Declining birthrates and advent of
personal computers. Lived during Watergate, Arab Oil Embargo, and Aids Crisis. Increasing
exposure to daycare and divorce. Extremely independent and seek work-life
balance. Represents approximately 31% of the workforce.
Generation Y (ages 27 to 42; born 1981
to 1996)
Also known as Millennials. Exposed
to growing violence in schools. Lived through 9/11 and the Iraq War. Tech
savvy, risk takers. Slow to leave home and marry. Prioritizes work-life balance
and values diversity, praise, professionalism, and remote work. Makes up 35% of
the workforce.
Generation Z (ages 13 to 26; born 1997
to 2010)
Also known as iGen. Proficient with
social media, smartphones, and tablets at an early age. Greater exposure to
violence. Indulged by parents more than other generations. Less loyalty and seeks
others with similar beliefs. Values autonomy, health, honesty, and stability. Accustomed
to using virtual assistants like Alexa, Cortana, and Siri. Represents about 5%
of the workforce.
Generation Alpha (ages <13; born
after 2010)
Saturated with digital devices and
social media. Coronavirus shut-in adversely impacts socialization. Values
skills training and dislikes risk. Texting prioritized over voice
communication.
Communicating
in a Multigenerational Workplace
Generational Slang Words and Phrases
How Young Attorneys are Shaking Up Law Firm Culture.
Managing a Multi-Generational Team
Generational Slang Words and Phrases
How Young Attorneys are Shaking Up Law Firm Culture.
Managing a Multi-Generational Team
Understanding Generational Differences
Why Attorneys Must Pay Attention When Marketing to Generation X
Why Attorneys Must Pay Attention When Marketing to Generation X
Books
Comments
Post a Comment