‘Hacks’ Shows a New Way Forward for the Workplace
Six generations can rub shoulders in today’s offices. The challenge is getting everyone from Gen Z to octogenarians thriving together.
Hack shows a new way forward for multigenerational relationships.
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HBO Max’s Hacks, which won best comedy series at the Emmys this year, is a lot of fun. But beyond the grandiose homes, excellent soundtrack, and the glitz of Las Vegas, the relationship between an iconic comedian in her 70s and her Gen Z writing collaborator is a compelling portrayal of multigenerational professional relationships.
Workplaces are the most age-diverse they’ve ever been. Six generations can rub shoulders as we postpone retirement and live longer. For employers, there are challenges and opportunities to integrate employees spanning Gen Z to, in some cases, the Silent Generation that refers to people born between 1928 and 1945. The focus needs to shift from nurturing young talent to capitalizing on this wealth of knowledge and experience.