Category Supervisors and Managers

Managing a Multi-Generational Workforce: HR Practices That Work

Workplace with diverse age representation—young intern, middle-aged manager, older employee—all engaged around a project.

Today’s workplace spans four generations, from Baby Boomers to Gen Z, each bringing unique values, expectations, and work styles. In South Africa, where youth unemployment remains high and older employees are staying in the workforce longer, managing a multi-generational team is both a challenge and an opportunity. This article explores practical HR strategies to bridge generational gaps, improve collaboration, and build a workplace culture where every age group thrives.