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9. Multigenerational Workforce and Well-Being in the Twenty-First-Century Workplace

verfasst von : Nicole Cvenkel

Erschienen in: Well-Being in the Workplace: Governance and Sustainability Insights to Promote Workplace Health

Verlag: Springer Singapore

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Abstract

This chapter explores through empirical research the similarities and differences that exist between multigenerational cohorts at work (i.e. Baby Boomers, Generation X, and Generation Y or Millennials) and their perspectives that relate to well-being at work. A qualitative methodological approach was adopted using 36 semi-structured interviews and two focus groups. The research questions explored the respondents’ definition of well-being at work, individual well-being at work need perspective, and how employers can enhance their happiness, health, and well-being at work of a multigenerational workforce. The findings reveal similarities and differences that exist between the multigenerational cohort definition, well-being needs, and improvements in well-being. This chapter discusses these commonalities and differences and implications for managers, HR practitioners, and organisational leaders. Future research in these areas is proposed.

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Titel: Multigenerational Workforce and Well-Being in the Twenty-First-Century Workplace
verfasst von: Nicole Cvenkel
Verlag: Springer Singapore
Buch: Well-Being in the Workplace: Governance and Sustainability Insights to Promote Workplace Health
Print ISBN: 978-981-15-3618-2

Electronic ISBN: 978-981-15-3619-9

Copyright-Jahr: 2020
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-3619-9_9