The Generations

Veterans 1922 - 1945
Baby boomers 1946 - 1964
Generation X 1965 - 1979
Generation Y after 1979

Characteristics of each group

a. The Veterans:

Value hard work

Respect authority and value law and order

b. The Baby Boomers:

Strong work ethic and work long hours

Value personal gratification

c. Generation X

Value diversity and global thinking

Self reliant and risk takers

d. Generation Y

Born digital and value making money

Like teamwork but are not familiar with workplace norms