The Generation Gap
Managing a workforce might be more challenging than ever before. The dynamics of different generations of workers can sometimes be complementary and sometimes create conflict. Then once you add or develop a high performer, how do you retain that person?
In this episode of Piece by Piece, a business podcast by Lumbermen’s, Ryan Terpstra, Shawn Montague and Jeff Malloch tackle the dynamics of leaning into the strengths of different generations in the workforce, while also managing challenges that can arise. They also give their thoughts on how to best retain the talent that you have on your team.
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