Download or read book The Impact of Generational Differences on Job Satisfaction in the Public Sector written by Jeehae Choe and published by . This book was released on 2018 with total page 27 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The study presented in this proposal examines the impact of cross-generational differences on job satisfaction in a large public sector organization. Although there has been substantial research done on job satisfaction among employees in the private sector, there is little research done within the public sector. Understanding the different generations can significantly impact how organizations address particular issues concerning job satisfaction within the workplace to be effective. A large organization such as the Department of Public Social Services (DPSS), employing workers from multiple generations, is inevitably going to have certain obstacles to face regarding job satisfaction among the workers. This paper will provide a literature review to help further explain the topic and will also explain the research design chosen for this study and possibly answer the research question, does generation affect job satisfaction in the public sector?

Download or read book The Impact of Cross generational Differences on Job Satisfaction in LA County DPSS written by Lei Wang and published by . This book was released on 2018 with total page 28 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Job satisfaction is essential for the organization because it promotes the continuity of a professional and cohesive workforce that is well-functioning, follows policies and procedures, and provides effective services to the public. Multigenerational employees are working together today; its impact on job satisfaction is unknown. This research will focus on how cross-generational differences impact on job satisfaction in the public sector, especially Generation Xers and Millennials who occupy 2/3 of today’s workforce. The literature review covers both social and behavioral sciences and public administration. The research will be based on two theories to examine the cross-generational different impacts on the job satisfaction: Mannheim's generational theory and Locke's range of affect theory. It will use a survey to access job satisfaction in public employees by using seven environmental variables: pay and benefits, career development, job security, the job itself, relationship with the supervisor, relationship with colleagues, and promotion opportunities. A quantitative analysis will be conducted by using Mean, standard deviation (SD), and the t-test to compare job satisfaction between two groups: Gen Xers and Millennials.

Download or read book A Study on Generational Differences in the Public Sector written by Vanessa Valencia and published by . This book was released on 2019 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Throughout the last several years, the makeup of the workforce in the public sector has changed. With the influx of Baby Boomers entering retirement, the Government Business Council (2012) predicted that the public sector would need to hire over 200,000 employees in the last couple of years and in the years to come. With one generation leaving, two new generations are entering the workforce, the Millennials. A considerable body of research about the impact of generational gaps in the workforce has been conducted in the past. Most of the research conducted has focused on Baby Boomers and Generation Xers. Research has not only shown that there are generational differences, but it has also demonstrated that generational cohorts differ in their work values. Most of the literature describes generational differences as work attitudes and technological advances. This study will uniquely focus on work values, such as job satisfaction and workplace commitment. This study examines the importance of understanding how generational gaps affect communication in the workplace. This study uniquely looks at the Los Angeles County Workforce Development, Aging and Community Services Department and evaluates if generational differences negatively affect interoffice communication. This study will focus on Baby Boomers, Generation Xers, and Millennial employees from Los Angeles County's Workforce Development, Aging & Community Services department. The research will be conducted at the East Los Angeles Community Senior Center. A survey will be created and administered to 30 employees via Survey Monkey. Possible concerns with the external and internal validity of this study will be presented in the research paper.

Download or read book Generational Diversity at Work written by Emma Parry and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2017-09-29 with total page 239 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Over the past decade much attention has been paid to the apparent differences in consumption preferences or workplace attitudes and behaviours across generations. Within Western economies such as the USA, UK and Australia, it is commonly assumed that that there are now four generations in the workplace, namely Veterans (born 1925-1942), Baby Boomers (1943-1960), Generation X (1961-1981) and Generation Y (1982- 2000) The concept of generational differences at work is one that has recently been adopted by practitioners as a basis on which to design human resource management and career management practices. However, there has been some concern in academic circles about the validity of the notion of generations and the evidence base that supports it. There is therefore a need for new perspectives and methodological approaches to investigating generational differences at work in order to establish the validity and value of generations as an axis of diversity. Generational Diversity at Work: New Research Perspectives will address this need by presenting and discussing research into generational diversity that adopts a range of new theoretical perspectives or methodological approaches. This book is designed as a first step in addressing the need to critically examine the theoretical and empirical basis for generational differences and to provide some new empirical data in this area.

Download or read book Managing the New Workforce written by Eddy Ng and published by Edward Elgar Publishing. This book was released on 2012-01-01 with total page 337 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Millennials, the latest generation to enter the global workforce, are changing the face of employment. This volume represents the most up-to-date research on the changes and issues from an international cast of generational researchers. Shifting demographics around the world have created a unique historical phenomenon in which a large cohort of employees (i.e., post-war Baby Boomers) are nearing retirement, and a new cadre of younger workers are being recruited to replace them. These twenty-something year-olds, often referred to as ÔGen YÕ or Millennials, represent the workforce of the future and come with their own set of expectations, demands, and work habits. The contributors to this volume, drawn from countries around the world, document the cultural, historical, and social context surrounding this phenomenon. The international perspective makes it possible to examine cross-cultural similarities and differences in HRM practices. This timely book provides an understanding of the new workforce in multiple countries and settings and a valuable reference as scholars and employers seek to understand the values, beliefs, and expectations of the next generation of workers. While scholars and instructors will find this book indispensable, the book will also have implications for domestic and multinational employers, managers, HR practitioners, and career counselors.

Download or read book Generational Differences in the Public Sector of Motivation and Learning written by Cheryl A. Wailand and published by . This book was released on 2015 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This study examines the impact of generational differences in the workplace, with a focus on public employees in the Erie County Department of Social Services. The differing values and learning styles in the multi-generational workforce present challenges for public service managers as to how to effectively address these differences in the workplace. Previous studies indicate there are differences between the generations as to how they navigate in the workplace. The findings suggest that there are certain instances where the generational divide is clearer such as in the use of technology and communication styles such as texting and social media. A survey which was modified from the Survey Report on Generational Differences from the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) 2004 was distributed by email to 110 employees with 35 responses received. The research found that the differences in learning and motivation between the generations exist in some areas, while in other areas the responses did not present a substantial difference in motivations and learning. One of the most notable differences was the response to the question: do you consider yourself technologically savvy? 51.43% of the respondents answered yes while 48.57% of the respondents answered no. The cross tabulation result showed 76.92% of Baby Boomers did not consider themselves technologically savvy, while 100% of Millennials did consider themselves technologically savvy. Generation X's cross tabulation result showed less disparity with 56.25% replying yes, they consider themselves tech savvy while 43.75% replied no. This is important for learning in the workplace as the advancement of technology changes how the worker effectively accomplishes their work assignments in the contemporary office setting.

Download or read book Generations at Work written by Ron Zemke and published by AMACOM. This book was released on 2013-03-13 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written for those struggling to manage a workforce with incompatible ethics, values, and working styles, this book looks at the root causes of professional conflict and offers practical guidelines for navigating multigenerational differences. By exploring the most common causes of conflict--including the Me Generation’s frustration with Gen Yers’ constant desire for feedback and the challenges facing Gen Xers sandwiched between these polarities--Generations at Work offers practical, spot-on guidance for managing the differences with consideration to each generation’s unique needs. Along with the authors’ insights for managing a workforce with different ways of working, communicating, and thinking, this invaluable resources offers: in-depth interviews with members of each generation, tips on best practices from companies successfully bridging the generation gap, and a mentorship field guide to help you support the youngest members of your team. Generations at Work has the tools that are key to helping your workforce interact more positively with one another and thrive in today’s wildly divergent workplace culture.

Download or read book The Lucky Few written by Elwood Carlson and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2008-06-19 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Born during the Great Depression and World War Two (1929–1945) an entire generation has slipped between the cracks of history. These Lucky Few became the first American generation smaller than the one before them, and the luckiest generation of Americans ever. As children they experienced the most stable intact parental families in the nation’s history. Lucky Few women married earlier than any other generation of the century and helped give birth to the Baby Boom, yet also gained in education compared to earlier generations. Lucky Few men made the greatest gains of the century in schooling, earned veterans benefits like the Greatest Generation but served mostly in peacetime with only a fraction of the casualties, came closest to full employment, and spearheaded the trend toward earlier retirement. Even in retirement/old age the Lucky Few remain in the right place at the right time. Here is their story, and the story of how they have affected other recent generations of Americans before and since.

Download or read book Generation Gap and Its Impact on Public Sector written by Zhaowen (Vincent) Yang and published by . This book was released on 2019 with total page 43 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The generational differences bring challenges to management in many aspects, including leadership styles and employee retention, a top priority for public organizations. This absence of generation gap study is especially notable in the local government agencies where a lack of strategic planning in managing the issues associated with the generation gap can lead to problems with leadership and employee retention. This study aims to examine the generational differences in the Health Facilities Inspection Division (HFID) of Los Angeles County Department of Public Health, exploring the dynamic relationship of the generational effect on leadership styles and its impact on employee turnover, especially for Millennials in the Division. A mixed-method is adopted in this research project as a case study with four focus group interviews in the qualitative phase and one survey in the quantitative phase. Projected findings include: (1) At least three different generations working together in the Division; (2) The turnover rate differs from generation to generation with the millennial generation having the highest rate of turnover; (3) All generations in the Division reveal that the leadership styles affect their commitment to the organization, but the X-generation and millennial express stronger feelings about the correlation between management leadership styles and employee turnover. This study not only offers a framework for the management in the HFID to utilize a strategic plan to promote the commitment of employees. It also provides a method for other government agencies to address similar issues in the generation gap context.

Download or read book Y in the Workplace written by Nicole A. Lipkin and published by Red Wheel/Weiser. This book was released on 2009-07-15 with total page 231 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Flip-flops, iPods, MySpace, "Dude," Instant Messaging. Whatever happened to dress shoes, sir/ma'am, in-person meetings, and traditional work etiquette? A workplace revolution is underway, one that is stimulating new methods of thinking, behaving, communicating, and doing business as Generation Y continues to infiltrate the workplace and influence corporate culture. This revolution is lead by approximately 60 million Gen Yers, the largest bloc to hit the workforce since the 72 million baby boomers. Company owners and managers are worried, because this generation has created its own unique culture...and demands. Y in the Workplace illustrates how the values, attitudes, and expectations of Generation Y have had an impact on corporate environments, intergenerational functioning, and management strategies. To help this generation successfully transition into the workplace while creating a shared vision, authors Lipkin and Perrymore provide you, the manager, with the following: Psychological insight into the character of this generation. Strengths and challenges that Generation Y is bringing to the workplace. Coaching strategies and ways to harness their strengths, minimize their weaknesses, and illuminate their talents. Hope about their abilities as supervisors and managers, and about their positive impact on the future of your company Whether you are a small business owner, manager, HR professional, or teacher working with Generation Y, this book is a must-read to gain insight into why this generation is the way it is, how to help them become the best they can be, and how to integrate them into your company and work with them.

Download or read book Managing the Next Generation of Public Workers written by Madinah F Hamidullah and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2015-09-16 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Managing the Next Generation of Public Workers is a fresh and energetic look at the changing climate of diversity in the public and nonprofit workplace. The workforce of the twenty-first century represents unparalleled complexity: Baby Boomers, GenX, GenY, and Millennials. Although that diversity may be challenging and often overwhelming for public managers, Madinah Hamidullah emphasizes the potential strengths that can be drawn from complex multigenerational relationships. This handbook offers public and nonprofit managers the tools necessary to address generational differences and questions such as: • How do the newer generations in the workplace differ on such fundamentals as work ethic, family values, and retirement horizons? • Are they recruited differently and do they expect a different mix of benefits—perhaps a better work-life balance as a tradeoff for a lower salary? • How can diverse, generational perspectives in the workplace add value by questioning old, traditional assumptions? • Will approaches to organizational decision making necessarily change as new generations take over? The book is for public and nonprofit managers who recognize the challenges of managing a multigenerational workforce, and are therefore seeking helpful insights. This volume is a roadmap not only for human resource (HR) managers, but for all managers who must address the complexities of the human condition—complexities that are complicated by the most rapid succession of workforce generations that we have yet seen.

Download or read book Business Psychology and Organizational Behaviour written by Eugene McKenna and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2020-05-13 with total page 987 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Business Psychology and Organizational Behaviour introduces principles and concepts in psychology and organizational behaviour with emphasis on relevance and applications. Well organised and clearly written, it draws on a sound theoretical and applied base, and utilizes real-life examples, theories, and research findings of relevance to the world of business and work. The new edition of this best-selling textbook has been revised and updated with expanded and new material, including: proactive personality and situational theory in personality; theory of purposeful work behaviour; emotional and social anxiety in communication; decision biases and errors; and right brain activity and creativity, to name a few. There are numerous helpful features such as learning outcomes, chapter summaries, review questions, a glossary, and a comprehensive bibliography. Illustrations of practice and relevant theory and research also take the reader through individual, group, and organizational perspectives. This is an essential textbook for undergraduates and postgraduates studying psychology and organizational behaviour. What is more, it can be profitably used on degree, diploma, professional, and short courses. It's also likely to be of interest to the reflective practitioner in work organizations.

Download or read book Leading a Multi generational Workforce in the Public Sector written by Emily Wu and published by . This book was released on 2018 with total page 30 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As newly graduated people join the workforce and older employees delay their retirement, there are now four generations working together in the workplace The diversity of ages in the workplace creates challenges for organizations and leaders due to generational differences in attitudes, communication styles, work relationships, expectations, comfort with technology, and views regarding loyalty and authority. These generational differences can cause workplace conflict and misunderstanding, which will affect organizational success. As other studies have found, leadership styles and employee outcomes such as job satisfaction, organizational commitment, and productivity are significantly correlated. Thus, it is crucial to determine if there is a need to use different leadership styles to manage these four different generations effectively. This graduate project proposes an exploratory qualitative research method to gain an understanding of the underlying reasons behind employees’ leadership preferences. A one-on-one interview method is proposed as the data collection method instead of surveys.

Download or read book Generational Differences in Work Values and Job Satisfaction written by Gabriela Canavan and published by . This book was released on 2017 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Examining Generational Differences for Job Performance Job Satisfaction and Organizational Commitment written by Scott Michael Bridges and published by . This book was released on 2018 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Making the Public Service Millennial written by Liza Ireni Saban and published by State University of New York Press. This book was released on 2022-11-01 with total page 229 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Making the Public Service Millennial explores how a new generation of public service employees affects the dynamics of continuity and change in public management and ethics. The book begins with the premise that Generation Y poses new challenges for public management, which will lead to changes in work-related values, rules, structures, and behaviors in the public service system. Will the soon-future leaders of today's public organizations pose new challenges for public management? How will this cohort cope with ethically-questionable behaviors? Given these questions, the potential strategic value of an empirical, cohort-based approach to ethical decision-making in the public service suggests interesting managerial implications for the effective incorporation of ethics into the management of public organizations. With implications for many types of organizations, and particularly for public sector organizations in democratic societies, managers across organizations should view generational differences not merely as a demographic variable, but as manifestations of broader social trends that may undermine established public management practices and organizational climates.

Download or read book Are Generational Categories Meaningful Distinctions for Workforce Management written by National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2020-10-21 with total page 177 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Headlines frequently appear that purport to highlight the differences among workers of different generations and explain how employers can manage the wants and needs of each generation. But is each new generation really that different from previous ones? Are there fundamental differences among generations that impact how they act and interact in the workplace? Or are the perceived differences among generations simply an indicator of age-related differences between older and younger workers or a reflection of all people adapting to a changing workplace? Are Generational Categories Meaningful Distinctions for Workforce Management? reviews the state and rigor of the empirical work related to generations and assesses whether generational categories are meaningful in tackling workforce management problems. This report makes recommendations for directions for future research and improvements to employment practices.