What are some of the steps you can take to bridge the generational
divides at your organization and prepare for leadership transitions? The new
book, Working Across Generations, helps you think about your role, whether you
are a member of the traditional generation, a baby boomer, Generation Xer, or a
millennial:
For example, millennials can concentrate on developing core
skills and learning from more experienced staff.
Gen Exers should improving their management skills and focus on
strengthening relationships between millennials and baby boomers.
Baby boomers can use their influence to promote emerging
leaders and increase their level of authority.
Members of the silent generation may become mentors to Gen
Xers and millennals, sharing lessons they have learned over the years.
The book contains many examples and exercises to help you
reflect on your values and to determine what steps to take next.
Working Across Generations: Defining the Future of Nonprofit
Leadership (Jossey-Bass 2008) is written by Frances Kunreuther, director of the
Building Movement Project, Helen Kim, a nonprofit consultant, and Robby
Rodriguez, executive director of the SouthWest
Organizing Project.
Click here to learn more about the book and to read the
first chapter