Bridging Generations

The concept of "generation" has been used extensively in history and the social sciences, where it refers either to one's position within a family hierarchy or to a cohort of individuals born within the same period. How do intergenerational leadership and followership translate to the workplace and the wider community? The editors bring together research from scholars and practitioners across disciplines, sectors, and regions to examine how intergenerational leadership and followership can strengthen organizations and communities. Contributors present empirical studies, frameworks, and practices to address generational stereotypes, support knowledge transfer, and foster cross-generational collaboration by offering evidence-based approaches for building bridges across generations. By exploring the under-analysed intersection of identity and generational diversity, this book sheds light on adaptive and inclusive intergenerational leadership and followership strategies. It provides insights into mentorship and innovation processes and promotes a holistic understanding of effective and transformative intergenerational leadership and followership.