... they're all at different stages of life on a professional level?
im a store manager at an outlet store in berkeley. i manage a 52 yr old, 32 yr old, 24 yr old, 22 yr old and 20 yr old (all of which are females). im going on 22 this dec.
2006-11-05 16:58:13 · 7 answers · asked by bjperez07 3 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
I have some experience with this... The best thing you can do is 1 BE YOURSELF... what ever age you are, be it and don't apologize for it... the 52 yr old may have times when they want to treat you like you are younger and know less...
Don't, you were put in charge for a reason... always be kind, and try to be nice... but stay THE BOSS. Don't let yourself ask for or actually even take advice; or they can get to feel like the 2 of you are manager:)
2nd. Don't be friends with any of them. BE FRIENDLY!!! But keep it professional. The people closer to your age, you may have an easier time relating to them or understanding them, and they may be people you could be great friends with. But you can't let yourself be chummy with some and not others. If you let it get to a "buddy" point, it's real easy for people to take advantage of the situation without even realizing they are doing it. "Can I have that day off? It's better for me..." or "Oh, I'm just gonna be a few mins late ___ won't care they're cool"
You gotta stay a little detached and keep everyone equal, from experience that's what I found.
2006-11-05 17:07:12 · answer #1 · answered by C L 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
They are all individuals - and should be treated as such. The 52 year old may have more "life experience" - but then again - maybe not. As a manager it's your job to note all their strengths and weaknesses (which has nothing to do with age) and work with them to further excel in their strong areas - and improve in their week areas.
And employee's age really has nothing to do with their performance - and if you think it does - you are discriminating. If any of the older people have trouble reporting to you because you are only 22 - set them straight. You are the manager - and they are your staff.
Good luck!
2006-11-06 01:13:01 · answer #2 · answered by liddabet 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You learn to value their diversity. Although you are the manager, the older co-workers have a lot of experience. Don't be afraid to call upon it if you need help or advise with something. The younger co-workers should have respect for you, but that doesn't come from bullying them. The 32 year old is the toughest. Treat her with respect. She can be your best ally or your biggest nightmare. You are their manager, not their friend. Just be the best manager you can be.
2006-11-06 01:03:06 · answer #3 · answered by Emm 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I guess one would have to put aside the exterior age illusion...because I found on mmorpgs' that age barriers can be dropped when it's just dialog in a box...if you dont know how old a person is then you can't judge them so you just talk to them like you would anyone else....being jaded might have something to do w/ it...its not just our age but our experience and what we've been taught that comes into play...good luck...shout out from Fairfield btw heh...
2006-11-06 01:03:01 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just teat them all with respect and that's the way they will treat you! And always say"Would you please ..."or or "would you be willing" even when giving an order (they will know that) saying thank you and praising good work,too. You'll do fine!
2006-11-06 01:06:59 · answer #5 · answered by life coach 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i would not study the ages of your staff.. i would study their skills and their energy, knowledge of their job,
2006-11-06 01:44:08 · answer #6 · answered by walterknowsall 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
expect alot of mistakes and gossip........ good luck my advice is be more lenient
2006-11-06 01:00:45 · answer #7 · answered by flavorlicious 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋