Have you ever been frustrated because you feel you're not speaking the same language when you talk to someone from a different generation? Have you ever wondered why one of your business colleagues acts or thinks the way they do? Have you found yourself saying, "They just don't get it," when talking about a co-worker from a different generation? Well you are not alone. Generational differences can cause conflict and misunderstandings in the workplace because generations DO speak a different language, based on when they grew up and the different cultural events and experiences happening at that time.
This year's Optical Women's Association Connection Series event, Getting Four Generations to Work Together, brings together six panelists from the four generations in the workplace today to tackle common "sticking points" that arise such as communication styles, how feedback is delivered and how often, and what is considered a good work ethic.
Representing the Traditionalist generation is Mimi Friedfeld, ClearVision Optical; representing the Baby Boomers are Donna Gindy, REM Eyewear and Dr. Gary Gerber, the Power Practice; representing Gen Xers is Dr. Jill Saxon, Bausch + Lomb; and representing the Millennials are Gillian Mulhere, Jobson, and Steven Squires, LocalEyeSite.
Moderated by Baby Boomer, Christie Walker and Millennial Nogah Jones, the event will take place on Thursday, September 17th from Noon to 1:30 p.m. Open to members and non-members, men and women, this program is free to OWA members and only $35 to non-members. Pre-registration is required at www.opticalwomen.com. The event includes a boxed lunch. Check in starts at 11:45 with the program beginning sharply at noon.
 Traditionalist Mimi Friedfeld (ClearVision Optical) |
 BabyBoomer Donna Gindy (REM Eyewear) |
 BabyBoomer Dr. Gary Gerber (The Power Practice) |
 GenX Jill M. Saxon, OD (US Vision Care, Bausch + Lomb) |
 Millennial Gillian Mulhere (Jobson) |
 Millennial Steven Squires (LocalEyeSite) |
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