The 2008 NRF Loss Prevention conference ended with an entertaining general session led by Joe Marlotti, Bridgeworks Times-Four. Joe provided a funny look at the various generations in the workplace and the differences between then. To kick things off Joe donned different costumes while providing some quick stereotypes.
Traditionalists: Pre 1946
Baby Boomers: 1946-1964
Generation X: 1965-1981
Millenials: 1982-2000
How to describe his presentation? It was fast-paced and hilarious. After the brief intros of the different generations Joe jumped from generation to generation highlighting the ideals unique to each group.
Gen-X is more in tune with their families than the workplace, baby-boomers think it’s all about them, traditionalists, well they’re a bit scruffy. Millenials like being called geeks and are often perceived as high-strung. However the millenials are coming into your workforce, all 67 million of them.
During his program Joe brought up members representing each generation to play musical recorders as part of an orchestra to demonstrate types of leadership.
I must admit it’s difficult keeping up with Joe, laughing too much. What a great way to end the event.