Millennials and Managing Intergenerational Conflict in the Workplace

2023 Annual
Learn the conflict styles of Millennials, what they want and value in the workplace, and how to recruit, manage, and retain this valuable cohort.

REPEATED  FROM MONDAY AT 3:00pm

Learn the predominant conflict styles of Millennials, Generation Xers, and Baby Boomers as found through analysis of 11,000 test takers of the Thomas-Kilmann Conflict Mode Instrument, revealing how generational cohorts differ in approaches to conflict. As uncovered in numerous interviews, learn what Millennials want and value in the workplace and practical methods to successfully recruit, retain, and manage this large and valuable cohort. Lastly, understand how gender impacts conflict styles and differences in younger cohorts.

Learning Objectives:

  • Define the predominant conflict styles of Millennials, Generation Xers, and Baby Boomers and how to effectively manage conflict at work.
  • Describe the impact of gender on conflict styles and how this differs for younger generations.
  • Describe how to successfully engage Millennials at work by learning what Millennials want and value in the workplace.
  • List key strategies for successfully recruiting, retaining, and managing Millennials.
  • Understand generational workplace demographics and how they impact the future of your organization.

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Date(s) & Time(s): 
Tuesday, June 13, 2023 - 2:00pm to 3:00pm
Presenter: 

Cynthia Pearce LeMay

Dr. Cynthia Pearce
LeMay

Dr. Cynthia Pearce LeMay is a senior-level researcher and author of a recently published book on intergenerational conflict in the workplace. Her current research is focused on conflict resolution, intergenerational conflict, and the Millennial generation. During her career, Cynthia held senior level positions with Fortune 500 companies where she negotiated billion-dollar agreements, participated in union negotiations, and led a Human Resources Department. She has lifetime certification as a Senior Professional in Human Resources and is a certified Mediator. Cynthia holds a Ph.D. from Kennesaw State University where she teaches in the business school while continuing her consulting and training business.

Location: 
N239
Session Type: 
Concurrent Session
Competency: 
Interpersonal (Behavioral)
Leadership (Behavioral)
People (Technical)
Intended Audience: 
Mid-Level
Senior-Level
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