Overcoming Ageism (HBR Women at Work Series)
by Harvard Business Review, Amy Gallo, Dorie Clark, Heidi K. Gardner, Lynda Gratton
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When You’re Younger Than the People You Manage
by Jodi Glickman
More than 60% of Millennials and nearly half of Gen Z employees say they are people managers.1 For some who are new to being a boss, adding the word manager to their title might feel intimidating.
Does that sound like you?
A manager is responsible for delegating tasks and assignments. While this will be one part of your role, the other part will be leading: bringing out the best in people and inspiring them to do great work, make sound decisions, and work toward a mutual goal. Among your first challenges will probably be managing and leading someone older than you. How do you engender their trust, respect, and admiration when there’s a five- or maybe even a 10-year (or more) ...
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