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Article Information:
Title:
The library as intergenerational workplace
Author(s):
Elisa F. Topper
Journal:
Year:
2007
Volume:
Issue:
Page:
286 - 288
ISSN:
0307-4803
DOI:
10.1108/03074800710748830
Publisher:
Emerald Group Publishing Limited
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Abstract:
Purpose – The paper seeks to understand typical generational values and traits that can help facilitate a more collegial environment and more goal-oriented directed behaviour, especially as mixed generational groups work together in libraries.
Design/methodology/approach – The paper takes the form of a literature review and provides suggestions to bridge the generation gap.
Findings – Although there may be differences between generations, they all have similar values. It is the behaviours that go along with those values that may be different.
Originality/value – The paper stresses the value of being sensitive to the strengths and differences that all staff members have no matter what their age.
Keywords:
Librarians, Libraries, Professional educations, United States of America
Article Type:
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