{"id":15302,"date":"2026-09-07T17:27:36","date_gmt":"2026-09-07T21:27:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/osi\/?page_id=15302"},"modified":"2026-09-30T14:51:27","modified_gmt":"2026-09-30T18:51:27","slug":"gen-t-z","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/osi\/gen-t-z\/","title":{"rendered":"Engaging Generation T through Z in the Workplace"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"cl-wrapper cl-hero-wrapper\"><div class=\"cl-hero   cl-has-accessibility-controls\"><div class=\"cl-hero-proper\"><div class=\"overlay\"><div class=\"block\"><h1>Engaging Generation T through Z<\/h1><p>Building teams where all generations contribute effectively<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"still\" style=\"background-image:url(https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/osi\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1679\/Power-of-Relationships.jpg);\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-controls-container\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-controls\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-icon\" title=\"Accessibility controls\">Accessibility controls<\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control cl-accessibility-motion-control cl-accessibility-control-hidden\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-default\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-button\" title=\"Pause motion\">Pause motion<\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-label\">Motion: <span class=\"cl-accessibility-syntax\">On<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-alternate\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-button\" title=\"Play motion\">Play motion<\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-label\">Motion: <span class=\"cl-accessibility-syntax\">Off<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control cl-accessibility-contrast-control\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-default\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-button\" title=\"Increase text contrast\">Increase text contrast<\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-label\">Contrast: <span class=\"cl-accessibility-syntax\">Standard<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-alternate\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-button\" title=\"Reset text contrast\">Reset text contrast<\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-label\">Contrast: <span class=\"cl-accessibility-syntax\">High<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-system-setting\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-toggle\" title=\"Apply my preferences site-wide\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-toggle-label\">Apply site-wide<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Program Overview<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For the first time in history, five generations are working side by side \u2014 each shaped by different formative experiences, communication norms, workplace expectations, and definitions of what &#8220;good work&#8221; looks like. Generational difference is one of the most underutilized sources of organizational strength \u2014 and one of the most commonly mismanaged sources of conflict.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This interactive session helps participants understand the unique perspectives and motivators of Gen T through Gen Z employees \u2014 not to stereotype, but to bridge. By facilitating cooperative exchanges and surfacing the values and working styles that each generation brings to the table, this program equips leaders with practical strategies to reduce friction, improve collaboration, and leverage the genuine strengths of employees at every career stage.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><section class=\"cl-wrapper cl-boxout-wrapper\"><div class=\"cl-boxout  \"><h1>Partner with us<\/h1><p>We believe in the power of collaboration. By partnering with OSI, you\u2019ll receive customized solutions tailored to your unique business needs. From initial consultation to implementation and evaluation, we\u2019re with you every step of the way.<\/p>\n<p>Discover how our programs can transform your organization and unlock new opportunities for growth.<\/p><\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a class=\"cl-button   prominent\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/osi\/contact\/\" title=\"\">Contact our team<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Benefits and Outcomes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Participants will:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Identify what drives <strong>engagement and performance <\/strong>in Gen T through Gen Z employees, and how those drivers differ across generations. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Apply strategies to <strong>reduce generational misunderstandings and conflicts <\/strong>before they become patterns. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Learn techniques to connect across generational divides for <strong>stronger teamwork and more inclusive communication<\/strong>. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Implement practices that<strong> encourage meaningful participation<\/strong> from all age groups, not just the most vocal. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Develop approaches to <strong>motivate and retain<\/strong> younger talent in the workplace \u2014 one of the most pressing workforce challenges organizations face today.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div>&nbsp;<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Customization and <\/strong><strong>Implementation<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Ideal for:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Leaders, managers, and HR professionals who want to stop managing generational friction and start unlocking <em>generational potential<\/em>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Organizations with multigenerational workforces navigating communication and collaboration challenges<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Leadership teams whose direct reports span multiple generational cohorts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>HR and talent professionals developing retention strategies for early-career and mid-career employees<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Teams experiencing friction around communication styles, work habits, or expectations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Format Options:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Keynote:<\/strong> An energizing, insight-packed session that reframes generational differences as organizational assets \u2014 and sends leaders back to their teams with practical strategies for bridging the gaps.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Workshop:<\/strong> A hands-on experience with guided discussion, case analysis, and team-level application \u2014 helping participants move from awareness to action.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Custom series:<\/strong> Deployed across leadership levels or multiple teams to build a shared generational intelligence across the organization.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why Choose This Program<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With five generations now working side by side, organizations that bridge generational gaps gain a measurable competitive advantage in retention and innovation. The cost of generational friction \u2014 in turnover, disengagement, and missed collaboration \u2014 is real. The investment in generational intelligence pays compounding dividends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Engaging Generation T through Z doesn&#8217;t traffic in generational stereotypes. It builds genuine understanding \u2014 the kind that helps a seasoned leader see what a 26-year-old brings to the table that no one else does, and helps a newer employee understand what 30 years of institutional knowledge is actually worth. When those conversations happen well, organizations retain the people they most need and build the kind of cross-generational trust that makes teams genuinely resilient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">You Might Also Like:<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/osi\/multigen\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/osi\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1679\/genZhero.jpg\" srcset=\"\" alt=\"Four professionals in an industrial office setting\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>The Multigenerational Workforce<\/h2><p>Elevate leadership across generations with training and coaching that strengthen engagement, communication, and collaboration.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">learn more<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/osi\/communication\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/osi\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1679\/prof-comm.jpg\" srcset=\"\" alt=\"A diverse team of professionals gathered around a conference table, engaged in active discussion with laptops and documents visible.\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>Professional Communication<\/h2><p>Boost confidence and impact in every conversation with training that strengthens communication, influence, and performance\u2011driven dialogue.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">Learn more<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/osi\/leading-beyond\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/osi\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1679\/leadership-at-all-levels.jpg\" srcset=\"\" alt=\"A professional looking woman poses for a photo with a smile and arms crossed while a group of professionals work in the background\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>Leading Beyond Titles<\/h2><p>Strengthen team-wide leadership with training that builds trust, strengthens collaboration, and equips teams to lead with purpose and influence.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">LEARN MORE<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Program Overview For the first time in history, five generations are working side by side \u2014 each shaped by different formative experiences, communication norms, workplace expectations, and definitions of what &#8220;good work&#8221; looks like. 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