This blog entry is part four in Jacobson’s Generational Spotlight Series, which provides a general overview of the generations active in the workforce. While we understand that these overviews may include broad stereotypes that do not apply to all members of that particular generational breakdown, we believe there is value in looking at today’s professionals from a generational perspective in order to gain a better understanding of their viewpoints.
More commonly known as “The Greatest Generation,” the Traditionalists are a driving force in today’s workplace with seven million individuals currently employed in the United States. While smaller than the other generations, this still represents nearly five percent of the U.S. workforce. Playing a key role in forming the business world of today, these tenured individuals are a great source of perspective, knowledge and institutional wisdom.