Overview:
As work becomes more hybrid, global, and AI-driven, the most successful organizations will be those that transcend generational barriers.
The all-inclusive, perennial workplace offers a model for resilience and collaboration in a rapidly changing world.
By focusing on timeless human qualities such as empathy, learning, and contribution, leaders create workplaces where everyone can thrive. In this new era, age is no longer a boundary line; it's a thread woven into the fabric of continuous growth and shared purpose.
Why should you Attend:
Reason #1: The Old Model No Longer Works
The 20th-century workplace was built on a sequential career mindset people joined an organization, built their careers, and retired, often taking with them decades of invaluable knowledge. This linear approach created gaps in communication, learning, and innovation. In many organizations, multiple generations now work side by side but struggle to collaborate effectively under this outdated model.
Reason #2: Welcome to the Post-Generational Workplace
Today's reality is different. We're entering a post-generational era, where the focus shifts from labeling employees as Boomers, Gen Xers, Millennials, or Gen Z to recognizing them simply as Perennials individuals who continue to learn, adapt, and contribute throughout their careers. This inclusive perspective values unique strengths and skills over stereotypes, fostering collaboration, creativity, and mutual respect.
Reason #3: Build a Culture of Speed and Wisdom
When you understand how to blend the experience and insight of older professionals with the energy and agility of younger workers, you unlock the true potential of your workforce. This webinar will help you design a culture where every generation contributes to innovation, productivity, and profitability, creating a workplace built to thrive in the future.
Areas Covered in the Session:
After this course, you will see your employees and your culture in an entirely new light. Whether you lead a multigenerational team or work within one, you'll leave with actionable steps for fostering mutual respect, shared purpose, and higher engagement.
You'll learn proven tools for building communication bridges, motivating diverse teams, and resolving generational tensions including how to:
- Communicate effectively across age groups
- Master body language and vocal tone and deliver congruent messages that resonate with every generation
- Identify and eliminate communication barriers that often arise between younger and older employees
- Motivate diverse teams by recognizing what drives each individual, not just their generation
- Leverage the diverse perspectives and experiences of perennial employees
- Communicate strategies to facilitate seamless interactions across different work styles and preferences
- Why recognizing perennials leads to better talent utilization by deploying projects compatible with skills and strengths
- Resolve generational tensions before they become team conflicts, using empathy and understanding
- Creating shared purpose so all team members feel aligned and valued, regardless of age or background
- Foster mutual respect between employees with different levels of experience, tenure, and work styles
Who Will Benefit:
- Executives and Senior Leaders
- HR Directors and Talent Development Managers
- Team Leaders and Supervisors
- Project Managers
- Learning and Development Professionals
- Middle Managers
- Organizational Development Specialists
- Employee Engagement Coordinators
- Corporate Trainers and Facilitators
- Recruiters and Talent Acquisition Specialists
- Change Management Consultants
- Small Business Owners
- Nonprofit and Association Leaders
- Government and Public Sector Managers
- Healthcare Administrators and Supervisors
- Customer Service and Operations Managers
- Aspiring Leaders and Emerging Professionals
Instructor:
Karla Brandau is a thought leader in management and team building techniques. She trains managers to improve their relationship with the employees to earn their gift of discretionary effort. She specializes in personalities, communication skills, leadership principles.
She is the CEO of Workplace Power Institute and has educated mangers with her proven leadership principles in companies such as Motorola, Coca-Cola Enterprises, Panasonic, and BYD America.
She has a degree in education and is a Certified Speaking Professional, an earned designation given by National Speakers Association.
Karla’s book, How to Earn the Gift of Discretionary Effort, teaches managers how to be the leader people CHOOSE to follow, not have to follow because of their position on the organizational chart.