Followers and Generations in the Workplace

Abstract

Abstract:This article documents research examining commitment levels and follower behaviors across generations. Behavioral and commitment characteristics were measured and examined for relationships across different generations of employees in technical and non-technical occupations in separate studies. The results of the findings from both studies show relationships across generations in levels of commitment and follower behaviors. The results suggest that technical occupations show more association of follower behaviors and less association of commitment levels. Analysis indicates that non-technical occupations show less association of follower behaviors and more association of commitment levels across generations. Strategies for application in the workplace are provided.Keywords:: FollowersGenerationsCommitmentBoomersX-GenerationY-GenerationLeadership