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Optimist International
We and Them IS
Us
(
Bridging the Generation Gap
)
Slide2We and Them IS Us
(Bridging the Generation Gap)
“Before anything else, preparation is the key to success”Alexander Graham Bell
Slide3Core Values
We can share core values and still be different
We and Them IS Us
(Bridging the Generation Gap)
Slide4Each Generation. . .
Expectations
World-views
Modes of communicatingDefining moments
We and Them IS Us
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Bridging the Generation Gap)
Slide5Each generation is its own culture.
We and Them IS Us
(Bridging the Generation Gap)
Slide6Seniors are the ones who care about the broader community and are the backbone of volunteer programs and service organizations. Young people are selfish and don’t want to make commitments.
We and Them IS Us
(Bridging the Generation Gap)
You might hear. . .
Slide7Or this. . .
Young people are the true activists today. Older people may do nice, helpful things as volunteers, but cutting-edge work for social change is being done mainly by the young.
We and Them IS Us
(Bridging the Generation Gap)
Slide8How to be inclusive
Understand differences
Embrace differencesBe open to try something new and relinquishing some powerWe and Them IS Us
(Bridging the Generation Gap)
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We’re generalizing here.
We and Them IS Us
(Bridging the Generation Gap)
Slide10Watch out for
Cuspers
!We and Them IS Us
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Slide11Who Are We?
We and Them IS Us
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Slide12Traditionalists/Silent Generation
Born 1927-
1946 aged 72-91
Great DepressionWWIIExperienced hard times followed by times of prosperity
We and Them IS Us
(Bridging the Generation Gap)
Slide13Values
Dedication to their job
Follow the rulesRespect for authorityPrefer hierarchal organizationPatient (don’t need instant gratification)Traditional expectationsMay use computers to communicate with children and grandchildrenCautious about technology
We and Them IS Us (Bridging the Generation Gap)
Slide14Baby Boomers
1947-1964 aged 54-71
Civil Rights Movement
Sexual RevolutionWomen’s MovementSpace Travel
We and Them IS Us
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Bridging the Generation Gap)
Slide15Values
May have workaholic tendencies
Loyal to organizationsSupport personal causesHard workers (want gratification from work)Seek self-improvement and growthLike technology that “works” and makes their lives easier
We and Them IS Us (Bridging the Generation Gap)
Slide16Generation X
1965-1980 aged
50
24 hour news
Divorce rate 50%
Dual income familiesCorporate downsizing
‘78 Information Technology
We and Them IS Us
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Bridging the Generation Gap)
Slide17Values
Seek balance between work, volunteerism and personal life
Loyal to peopleRelatively informal “team” work and volunteer styleWant to have fun at work and volunteer activitiesLike to work with latest technologyAware of diversity and think globally
We and Them IS Us (Bridging the Generation Gap)
Slide18Millennials/Generation Y
1981-1995 aged 23-37
The Great Recession
9/11School ShootingsHIV/AIDSGlobal Warming
Digital technology
We and Them IS Us
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Bridging the Generation Gap)
Slide19Values
Demand balance between work, volunteerism and personal life
Self-assured and achievement-focusedLoyal to ideas, causes and productsStrong morals and community serviceEager to make a positive impact while volunteeringTolerantExpect the latest technologyExpect an active voice in decision making and planning
Want immediate feedbackWe and Them IS Us (Bridging the Generation Gap)
Slide20Generation Z/
iGen
1996-2004
aged 14-22Silicon ValleyGreat Recession
Web RevolutionTerrorism
Climate Change
We and Them IS Us
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Bridging the Generation Gap)
Slide21Values
Very interested in volunteering to gain work experience
Are currently volunteeringConcerned about man’s impact on the planetDisplay symptoms of emotional distress when kept away from their personal electronic devices
We and Them IS Us (Bridging the Generation Gap)
Slide22Commonalities?To Feel valued 85%
Recognition and appreciation 74%
A Supportive environment 73%A Capable workforce 72%To Be part of a team 68%We and Them IS Us
(Bridging the Generation Gap)
Slide23“The solution to generational differences has to do more with respecting people as people and unique individuals than any prescribed formula.”
~Paula
Gregorowics, The Paula G Company
We and Them IS Us (Bridging the Generation Gap)
Slide24RAMP up to bring out the best in ourselves and others
Slide25Respect
Recognition
Relationships
Slide26Autonomy
Slide27Mastery
Slide28Purpose: Why we do what we do
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So what’s the big deal?
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Slide30Respect
We and Them IS Us
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Slide31Boomers:“Live to Work!”
Work is a location
Gen X/Gen Y:“Work to Live!”Work is an activityWe and Them IS Us
(Bridging the Generation Gap)
Slide32Scenario 1:
“Wow! You remind me so much of my granddaughter.”
We and Them IS Us
(Bridging the Generation Gap)
Slide33OR. . .
“Wow! You remind me so much of my grandma!”
We and Them IS Us
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Slide34Scenario 2:
The Optimist President explains the details of a very important project, but. . .
The Communications Chair, keeps checking her iphone during the Board Meeting.We and Them IS Us
(Bridging the Generation Gap)
Slide35Scenario 3:
The board is discussing the weekly hot topics luncheon they’ve been doing for years. The newest member of the board is vocal about some new ideas.
We and Them IS Us
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Slide36Scenario 4:
One board member thinks that it would be great to start up a new project, but there is a lot of resistance at the board meeting.
We and Them IS Us
(Bridging the Generation Gap)
Slide37Questions for US
In recruiting for and recognizing volunteers, do we imply that older or younger people are the most involved or are the best?
Do we determine goals and choose activities without any consideration for whether another age group is also involved in some way?We and Them IS Us
(Bridging the Generation Gap)
Slide38Other Thoughts
Meeting in the middle
Different isn’t wrongFocus on similarities and strengthsReaching for the Next Generation of Leaders
We and Them IS Us (Bridging the Generation Gap)
Optimist International We and Them IS
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