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aximizing the potential of each
member of your team, regardless
of when they were born, can be
challenging, but Ann Geier, MS,
RN, CNOR, CASC, brings a
wealth of respected managerial experience to the
podium for her presentation, "Staffing: How to Get
the Most Out of Each Generation." Filling the gener-
ational gap within your staff demands tapping into
what motivates individuals of all ages.
• Millennials. Millennials are sociable, tech-savvy
goal setters who are confident in their abilities and
willing to work in a team-based environment. They
know what they want and are used to getting it, so it
shouldn't be overly surprising that they expect high
salaries upon hire. They often think differently than
everyone else in the workplace and have trouble
Has worked in the ASC industry
for more than 30 years.
Is an AAAHC surveyor and
a past board member of ASCA.
Author of e-book "Admin 101: What Every New ASC Administrator
Needs to Know." Download for free at osmag.net/xA4NJp.
Ann Geier, MS, RN, CNOR, CASC
A Manager for All Seasons
Connect with staff members of all ages:
Millennials, Gen X-ers and Boomers.
relating to older col-
leagues. They prefer to
communicate through e-
mail, text and social
media.
• Boomers. Baby
Boomers often bring an
optimistic attitude to
work every day. They're
loyal, like to establish
workplace relationships
and want to know that
their managers care for
them personally.
Boomers tend to be
workaholics, want to
learn more about their
profession and like to
apply their skills in a
team-oriented atmos-
