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Gentelligence: The Revolutionary Approach to Leading an Intergenerational Workforce Hardcover – June 8, 2021
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"Vital for any organization with multigenerational staffs, and for marketers, public relations professionals, HRD managers, or executives." Library Journal, Starred Review
Gentelligence: The Revolutionary Approach to Leading an Intergenerational Workforce presents a transformative way to end the generational wars once and for all. This book first introduces Gentelligence as a powerful business strategy and shows why it is critical for the future of work. It then presents a practical guide and a call to action for leaders of all ages to unlock the potential strengths of each generation. Readers will learn how an intergenerational workforce can be reframed as a profound business opportunity and discover how Gentelligence can help them win the talent war, create strong, diverse teams, and build adaptable cultures that will flourish in an era of rapid change.
Gentelligence shares groundbreaking evidence that will have readers thinking about their generationally diverse workforce in an entirely different way. Readers will discover:
- Where generational conflict originates, and how it results in both dangerous ageism and reverse ageism in today’s workplaces.
- Why the generation gap stems from a misunderstanding of shared core values across all generations.
- How to find essential common ground with colleagues, both older and younger, and recognize the unique needs that come with different generational identities.
- How generational shaming leads us to view those from other generations as competitors rather than collaborators, further damaging employee engagement, team dynamics, innovation, and organizational culture.
- How leveraging the unique strengths of each generation at work can lead to a win-win outcome for all.
- How traditional views on leadership have been turned upside down as a result of new generational dynamics, with many employees currently being led by managers that are younger than themselves, and older leaders struggling to make sense of changing norms around authority and power.
Gentelligence reveals the opportunities within an intergenerational workforce and provides actionable tools to help leaders build Gentelligent organizations. Unlike other books on generational leadership, this book rejects common stereotypes assigned to different generations, replacing them with a deep understanding of why those who grew up in different times may behave in unique and valuable, ways. We challenge leaders to go beyond simply accepting generational differences to leverage them proactively to increase engagement, innovation, and organizational success.
- Print length296 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- PublisherRowman & Littlefield Publishers
- Publication dateJune 8, 2021
- Dimensions5.93 x 1.06 x 8.95 inches
- ISBN-101538142147
- ISBN-13978-1538142141
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Co-authors Gerhardt, Josephine Nachemson-Ekwall, and Brandon Fogel present strategies for managing a generationally diverse workforce. Their focus is on progressive, open approaches to balancing the different interests of different generations of workers. They replace an outdated us-vs.-them mentality by maximizing efforts to involve multiple generations throughout an organization. The authors explore the current state of generational conflict and tension, outline generational clichés and shared experiences, identify roadblocks to “Gentelligent” leadership, and explain how to champion diversity of thought to create stronger workplaces. The book details four key management practices: resist assumptions, adjust the lens, strengthen trust, and expand the metaphorical “pie.” This book expands nicely on Jason Dorsey and Denise Villa’s Zconomy. The extensive citations, supplemental reading sources, and bibliography firmly establish the credibility of this solid, impressive work. Vital for any organization with multigenerational staffs, and for marketers, public relations professionals, HRD managers, or executives. Highly recommended for all university libraries supporting business and psychology curricula.
― Library Journal, Starred ReviewThe idea of “us versus them” has pervaded the workplace, argue management professor Gerhardt, leadership coach Nachemson-Ekwall, and Ernst & Young consultant Fogel in their outstanding debut on building intergenerational respect. The authors tout the benefits of “gentelligence,” or seeing the potential of generational diversity in the workplace as an opportunity rather than a threat, and lay out the roadblocks businesses may face in “closing the generational divide”: “generation shaming,” for example, is when blame is put on an entire age group, and ageism can be directed at both older and younger people. To counter these, the authors explain four practices that lead to gentelligence: resisting assumptions by replacing stereotypes with personal connections, adjusting one’s lens by asking questions, strengthening trust with a psychological safety zone, and “expanding the pie” by proactively searching for win-win opportunities. The guidance comes judgment-free, and the authors make a convincing case that a mixed-generation workforce can only benefit companies: “Every war has casualties. In the case of generational conflict, the loss is one of talent potential.” Informative and instructive, the strategies here will be invaluable to business leaders.
― Publishers WeeklyReaders interested in business and personnel management, organizational development, human resources, and leadership will find this timely, relevant book good for both reading straight through and consulting as a reference for supporting intergenerational workforce cultures and needs.
― BooklistWith organizations everywhere promoting diversity and inclusion, Gentelligence is an essential but overlooked piece to the D&I puzzle. As managers and leaders, we stand to create far more effective working and personal relationships around us if we had a greater awareness and understanding of generational blind spots. This book is the “how to” manual on navigating an intergenerational workforce, complete with lessons to tap all it has to offer. It’s hard to imagine winning the War for Talent without fostering an environment that celebrates generational diversity rather than stifling it. Gentelligence is indeed the future of work.
-- Andrew Goldstein, managing director, Willis Towers WatsonA critical resource for any leader that is overseeing a transition from “old school” to whatever is next. As social media, tech, and big data have more and more of an impact on every decision that we make, how do we make sure valuable perspectives shaped by experience and in possession of the most institutional knowledge are not left in our wake? Every major league sports executive is confronting these issues and is sure to benefit from framing them through the lens that Dr. Gerhardt provides.
-- Eric Lee, senior director of player development, Cincinnati RedsAs a millennial who has led teams and consulted for senior leaders from each generation in the workforce, I found Gentelligence: The Revolutionary Approach to Leading an Intergenerational Workforce to be one of the most practical and thought-provoking books on leadership I have ever read. The intersection of stories, case studies, and research not only opened my eyes to how I perceive other generations, but it also gave me actionable steps to better understand, relate to, and inspire people from every generation to find meaning and purpose in their work.
-- KaLeena Thomas, consultant, The Resource Group, and founder of J. Margaret WeaverBook Description
Leading a generationally diverse workforce is challenging; this book provides a reader's guide of best-in-class strategies for harnessing and unleashing its potential.
About the Author
Megan W. Gerhardt, PhD is a Professor of Management, Director of Leadership Development, and the Robert C. Johnson Co-Director of the Isaac and Oxley Center for Business Leadership at the Farmer School of Business at Miami University. She is also the creator of Gentelligence and the founder of The Gerhardt Group, LLC, a leadership consulting practice.
Megan has published widely on individual differences, motivation, leadership, and generational differences in the workplace and her work on Gentelligence has been featured on Forbes.com, NBCNews.com, The Washington Post, The Chicago Tribune, Inc. Magazine, The San Francisco Chronicle, MarketWatch, Business Insider and The Houston Chronicle among others. In 2017, her TEDx talk “Why I Love Millennials...and You Should, Too” was released, kicking off the Gentelligence movement. As the creator of the Gentelligence movement, Megan’s work (www.profgerhardt.com) focuses on leveraging individual differences to achieve leadership impact and extraordinary levels of performance."
Josephine Nachemson-Ekwall is an Associate Director of Financial Crime Prevention Policy and Procedures at UBS Financial Services, focusing on implementation and adherence to policies, local requirements, and global standards. Josephine’s work in leadership development focuses on strengths-based development, individual coaching, and the importance of personal mission and values in driving one’s life and career. She most recently gave a presentation at the Clifton Strengths Summit on “Why Strengths Work” and published an article on generational conflict and tension in December 2019.
Brandon Fogel is a Staff Consultant at Ernst & Young LLC in the People Advisory Services practice, which specializes in organizational change and people management. Brandon’s work in leadership development focuses on strengths-based development, effective teaming strategies, and the value of goal setting.
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- Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield Publishers (June 8, 2021)
- Language : English
- Hardcover : 296 pages
- ISBN-10 : 1538142147
- ISBN-13 : 978-1538142141
- Item Weight : 1.1 pounds
- Dimensions : 5.93 x 1.06 x 8.95 inches
- Best Sellers Rank: #385,527 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #670 in Human Resources & Personnel Management (Books)
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- #4,175 in Leadership & Motivation
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Megan W. Gerhardt, Ph.D. is a Professor of Management and Leadership at the Farmer School of Business at Miami University, where she also serves as Director of Leadership Development for the Farmer School and the Robert D. Johnson Director of the Isaac & Oxley Center for Business Leadership. Megan has consulted widely on leadership and generational differences in the workplace. She is author of the book Gentelligence: A Revolutionary Approach to Leading an Intergenerational Workforce. Her Gentelligence work has been featured in Harvard Business Review, NBCNews.com, The Washington Post, Time magazine, The Chicago Tribune, The San Francisco Chronicle, MarketWatch, The Houston Chronicle, and Inc. Magazine, among others. In 2017, her TEDx talk “Why I Love Millennials...and You Should, Too” was released. All of Dr. Gerhardt’s work (www.profgerhardt.com) focuses on leveraging unique differences to achieve impact and extraordinary levels of performance.
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Allow me to “geek out” on both Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) and Professional Wrestling for a moment. In BJJ, and most martial arts, one of the key foundations is creating an environment that fosters learning in both directions (teacher to student and student to teacher). Often impromptu conversations can lead to improvements to technique, or new techniques altogether (pretty crazy for a sport that has its roots in the 1800s)! Martial arts are a neutral landscape that values merit over age. It is a common occurrence for a class full of adults in their 30s to be led by youth instructors in their mid-teens. A good gym and community will welcome the new perspectives and experiences each member has to offer, regardless of their age.
Another fun example to consider is pop culture and media. As a minor in Interactive Media Studies, and diehard Beatles fan, I’ve heard several times that ‘this medium/band is the decline of society as we know it!’ However, Gentelligence would argue that media is a product of its time, and what resonates in the zeitgeist often results from the newest generation challenging ideals and norms, pushing their respective artforms to new heights. For me, one of the most relevant examples is Professional Wrestling. When World Wrestling Entertainment (then WWF) was arguably at its peak popularity, there was a faction of wrestlers known as “D-Generation X (or DX for short).” A clever play on words, these “degenerate” Gen X-ers would regularly butt heads with older authority figures with antics you would expect from a TV show targeted at angsty teens. Ironically enough, one of the members of DX would get involved with the production and corporate side of WWE. He is often used as an authority figure on TV, abusing his power against the young underdog. Behind the scenes, it could not be further from the truth. The founding member of DX is actually the head of creative for the weekly show and offers tailored advice to each member of WWE’s developmental performance center.
In all honesty, it has been a long time since a book captured my interest, but I could not put Gentelligence down! I am excited to use these concepts to promote stronger bonds with my teammates, and improve our organization as a whole. This book is a must-have for any one looking for a new perspective in their professional and personal development.