Based on the Danish book "Mentor+Guiden - om mentorskab og en-til-en-relationer", 2nd edition by Kirsten M. Poulsen, published by KMP+ Forlag 2015 What is learning - and what does it mean to learn something? Many theorists have explored this topic, and the challenge lies in making their theories accessible and meaningful in practice. Below is a brief overview of the learning theories that … [Read more...] about What does it mean to learn something?
What shapes the different generations?
All generations are shaped by their experiences and the events and political climate of their time. This can profoundly affect the people of this generation, their values and their perception of what is important in life and work. However, we should also be careful not to stereotype completely the different generations and remember, that older generations also have experiences later years and … [Read more...] about What shapes the different generations?
What different generations want from their workplace
Much research is being done into the characteristics and expectations of the younger generations in the workplace. However, we need to look at all the generations - including the older generations that we wish to keep longer in the workplace - to consider how to lead to include, encourage and retain all four or even five generations - and to consider if our stereotypes of the generations really … [Read more...] about What different generations want from their workplace
Learning from and with each other: Generational Mentoring
Organisations face fierce competition in recruitment, yet there is a noticeable inclination towards hiring younger individuals, often overlooking senior workers. Despite efforts by politicians to encourage older employees to remain active in the workforce, a bias towards youth remains prevalent. Today's workplace comprises five distinct generations: the Silents (born mid-forties or earlier), the … [Read more...] about Learning from and with each other: Generational Mentoring