The age gap in many workplaces can often span 40 years or more. This year’s Networks Autumn Series of free webinars provided members with the skills and tools to optimise this multigenerational workforce.
During our five-webinar series we examined the habits and behaviours of each generation, discussed generational motivations; upskilling; recruitment challenges and targeted wellness.
Session 1 / The Workplace Generation Game
In this, the first webinar in the series, we laid the foundations for our series. We heard from Eibhlin Johnston from The Resiliency Hub, who shared her insights on each of the generations within the workplace, their habits, likes, dislikes and characteristics and we discussed the benefits and power of a generationally diverse workforce.
Monday 18 September
Session 2 / Multigenerational Workforce Motivation
Many organisations have employees spanning all ages in their workforce. In this session, we were joined by Niamh Moynihan, Productivity Coach and Founder of A Better Workday, as we explored how to motivate your employees who are different ages and at different stages in their lives.
Monday 25 September
View recording hereSession 3 / Recruiting Across Generations – Bias & Expectations
Understanding the unique recruiting needs of each generation is essential. There is no ‘one size fits all’ in the recruitment of new employees. In this webinar, Susan Nix, Client Director at Morgan McKinley shared her knowledge and understanding of recruitment needs across the generations. Susan provided insight into generational expectations, age bias, and each generation's preferred method of communication and requirements.
Monday 2 October
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Session 4 / Workforce Returners – Tools to Support
Returning to the workforce after extended leave can be a daunting experience. In this session, Julianne Miles, CEO & Co-Founder, Women Returners and Zoë Briggs, Inclusion Lead, Deloitte Ireland shared their insights on how companies can successfully implement programmes that facilitate an easy transition back into the workplace.
Monday 9 October
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Session 5 / Tailor Your Wellness Strategy for Your Demographic
Wellness and health can mean different things to different generations. In this, the final session of our five webinar series, we were joined by Jason Brennan, Founder and CEO of ThinkWell Ireland, who explored wellness strategy and how separate wellness approaches and health benefits may be required to suit the needs of the age profiles in your workforce. We were also joined by Lorraine Parkes, Senior Executive, Knowledge Centre, Ibec, who looked at the impact of health benefits at work.
Monday 16 October
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