CEO Archives - Sharon M Weinstein

August 14, 2022 By Sharon Weinstein

Baby Boomers

Each #generation brings unique values to the workplace, and managers and leaders who understand, communicate, motivate, train, and retain multiple generations simultaneously are highly sought throughout the business community. You now know that #you are one of those leaders!

A multigenerational workforce leaves no one and nothing behind and this week, we continue the discussion by discovering the #BabyBoomer, a tireless group of workers who are not risk adverse.

What makes them tick

They are incredibly ambitious and understand self-worth.

How to motivate and reward them

The Boomers value career ambition and financial success; thus, the concept of work/life integration is a challenge. They enjoy insight into opportunities for career development. This willingness to assume risk allows them to serve in higher level positions and to share knowledge, skills, and abilities. Status symbols and promotions motivate the Boomers. They tend to take performance reviews as a necessary evil.

How to ensure that they are not left behind

Group decision-making is important; rigid management styles do not work to their advantage. Many are high achievers and willing to work long hours. Remember that they enjoyed status as the dominant generation in terms of numbers for quite some time and they are accustomed to shaping the workplace. The Boomers use a guarded communication style and are commanding thinkers and great leaders. They are thinking ahead and appreciate flexible working conditions, added benefits, and for some retirement, or preferment options. What’s preferment? #Preferment is remaining on the job as long as they like and not seeking an early retirement; it is their preference that drives their productivity.

August 5, 2022 By Sharon Weinstein

Demographics define a generation, and generations enhance the workplace in multiple ways, including but certainly not limited to:

• Passion for corporate culture
• Commitment to inclusivity
• Shared respect
• Increased outputs
• Competitive spirit
• Improvements in engagement and morale
• Enhanced retention rates

Do multiple generations enhance or inhibit teamwork? Without a doubt, a multigenerational workforce is more flexible and encourages input from many team members. They are innovative and creative, leaving no one and nothing behind. Isn’t that what we all need and want—a workforce that is collaborative, promotes ideation and recognizes its members?

Yes, there are five #generations in the workplace!

Who are they?
• Traditionalists
• Baby Boomers
• Generation X
• Generation Y
• Generation Z

We know that each generation brings unique values to the workplace and that managers and leaders who understand, communicate, motivate, train, and retain multiple generations simultaneously are highly sought throughout the business community. Are #you one of those leaders?

A multigenerational workforce leaves no one and nothing behind. Let’s start by exploring the TRADITIONALISTS, who are the “comeback kids” of today. A growing number of seasoned workers have postponed retirement to return to work. Think about how they were raised; a typical traditionalist was told to be seen and not heard, was held to the “rule of the road/household” and was goal-driven. I say typically because I, for one, was not typical. There were no “rules” in my house growing up; along with my siblings, we raised ourselves, and yes, we were goal-driven, although each of our respective goals was different. For LinkedIn, we’ll generalize, knowing full well that many of you are also atypical.

What makes them tick?

Comfortable with conformity, they may be concerned about not pulling their weight due to unfamiliarity with technology. You may be surprised; they have the proverbial 10-year-old in their lives who can bring them up to par. They have a strong work ethic and are company-driven.

How to motivate and reward them

Known for loyalty and a willingness to help others, they are motivated by job titles and corresponding compensation. Positive feedback and performance reviews drive loyalty.

How to ensure that they are not left behind

They may find today’s workplace too casual and less formal. Provide opportunities for face-to-face conversations and recognize that they still “pick up the phone.” Engage them by recognizing their knowledge and experience; offer internal mentorship programs that allow the traditionalists to share their wisdom.

Top five tips for managing this group and your entire multigenerational workforce:

Communicate using a variety of tools
Recognize that at all times, everyone is both student and teacher
Acknowledge expertise, ideation, and initiative
Assemble diverse teams based on skills sets and not age
Embrace your people and their purpose by celebrating differences and valuing the individual

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October 11, 2021 By Sharon Weinstein

I’m speaking at the 2021 HBA Annual Conference #HBAAC21!

I’m excited to present Great Leaders are Great Negotiators at the 2021 Healthcare Businesswomen’s Association (HBA) Annual Conference this November. #HBAAC21 promises to offer its attendees data-driven and empowering opportunities to:

Reimagine pathways to a more equitable and inclusive workplace
Build on expanded concepts of advocacy and allyship to engage in mutually beneficial relationships
Apply insights from promising and proven practices to champion diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) in their spheres of influence
Expand strategies that enhance one’s presence, visibility, and performance for advancement in an evolving workplace
Strengthen an invaluable network of advocates and accomplices

Join me and other inspiring industry leaders at #HBAAC21 for an interactive virtual experience. Be invigorated and inspired that, together, we can reimagine pathways to a more equitable and inclusive workplace. https://bit.ly/3yHHhOA

First of all, what business are we in? We are in the business of negotiation, which is nothing more than communication with different starting positions, a principle that remains the same. We still must begin with the end in mind! Our process may be different in a virtual world but we are still sharing/selling products, ideas, or ourselves.

That takes 3 steps; preparation, delivery, and education…

Preparation – mindset impacts how we present ourselves

Delivery – brings positive energy; if virtual –it is what you bring through the screen, not to the screen – consider standing up to channel your energy

Education – add stories to connect and generate emotion

Let the process and the conference begin! Bring it on…and keep your cool!

September 19, 2021 By Sharon Weinstein

Let’s Celebrate Gratitude Day Together…

Oh, what a day – GRATITUDE DAY! Officially, it is September 22nd, but to express our gratitude for the business and healthcare communities that have given so much of themselves, Candace (Candy) Campbell, DNP, RN, CNL, CEP, FNAP and I want to express our gratitude with a FREE OFFERING. Join us at the Global Healthcare Leadership Summit at no charge for registration, but do it now. This offer expires on Gratitude Day, September 22nd at 11:59 pm. Let’s take leadership from the front line to the finish line!

In honor of GRATITUDE DAY, September 22nd, we are offering FREE registration for the Global Healthcare Leadership Summit (GHLS) from now through September 22nd! Don’t worry if you cannot be present for all four days; digital downloads and the complete Summit Playbook, with free ebooks and other gifts from renowned speakers, are available for a nominal fee. But, you must register!

Our keynoters:
Dr. Scharmaine Lawson FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, FAANP, FAAN
Dr. Melissa Burdi, DNP, RN
Hiyam Nadel MBA, CCG RN;
Daniel Pesut, PhD, RN, FAAN!

And fantastic panelists:
Barbara Dossey;
Deva-Marie Beck, PhD, RN;
Katie Boston- Leary, PhD, MBA, MHA, RN, NEA-BC, CCTP;
Thomas (Tom) Dahlborg;
Nancy Moureau;
Kelly Landsman;
Dr. Bonnie Clipper, DNP, MA, MBA, RN, CENP, FACHE;

Bonnie Barnes, FAAN;
Joe Tye;

Teri Dreher RN BCPA iRNPA;
Kelly Willenberg;
Susan Acquisto;
Tjasa Zajc;
Ruth Amos, RN, JD;
Anna Dermenchyan;
Lorie Brown, RN, MN, JD

We are excited to have you join us!

To register – https://lnkd.in/dUdx7RrN

June 20, 2021 By Sharon Weinstein

The Big Reset…who owns a great work environment?

It’s been more than a year since we pushed the reset button. During this time, many of my clients and colleagues began to be “home-based” members of a team. Moms have been pushed to the limit with work, schooling, child-care, and stress. There was a time when it was taboo to talk about the stressors of work/life balance in the physical workplace. My clients report that now is the time when it is okay to make the personal professional. After all, how many times, when on a Zoom or Teams call, has a child entered your workspace (whether it is a real space, the kitchen island, or a bedroom)?

Some companies pushed reset by shuttering satellite offices, knowing full well that employees are perfectly capable of maintaining productivity in a home setting.

We have become much more flexible, and there are many facets to flexible:

Shifting work hours or job-sharing to accommodate school schedules and drop-offs plus the formidable child-care crisis that occurs between 3 and 5 pm
A shorter workweek which has been successful in Europe for many years
Support for those who work from home, including a budget for a desk, chair, or desktop monitor

Who owns a great work environment? It is a shared responsibility that is owned by the employer and the employee. It’s time to push reset and acknowledge that shared responsibility. The employer can ask direct reports about their preferred styles of working and what support they may need. Continue to schedule remote or hybrid team meetings to enhance engagement. If onsite, maintain a safe setting and reread the three facts of flexibility!

The employee can maintain boundaries, advising kids and partners of dedicated work time, and may need privacy. Keep regular hours, whether remote or in-person. Take the time to take care of yourself, allowing downtime, hydration, and small talk to support your own physical, emotional and social needs.

It’s been more than a year, and we are ready to return to the workplace or to maintain a more flexible workspace no matter where that may be. The Big Reset is here…and we all own the responsibility for making that work environment a great one! Are you ready to push reset?

To start the process, AND START READING THINK DIFFERENTLY: