Summary: In this episode of Edgewise, Lindsay Hutter discusses the dynamics of working with Millenials, the generation born between 1980 and 2001. Although they possess an invaluable affinity for technology, Lindsay explains why it is also important for Gen Y to disconnect from social media and engage in mutually beneficial communication with their older co-workers. Listen and learn how to tap into the nuances of Gen Y and facilitate cross-generational collaboration. Lindsay Hutter is Senior Vice President and U.S. Practice Leader on Change and Internal Communications for Hill #38; Knowlton. She works with clients such as Hewlett-Packard, The Home Depot and the Louis Berger Group, providing assistance with mergers, union and labor communications, corporate reputation management and more. Before joining Hill #38; Knowlton, Lindsay held the position of chief communications officer and senior VP for the National Association of Convenience Stores. Lindsay holds a Bachelor of Science degree in journalism from the University of Kansas and a Master of Arts degree in political science from Northwestern University. For additional training on this topic, consider these AMA seminars: *Communicating with a Multigenerational Workforce *Strategic Agility and Resilience: Embracing Change to Drive Growth *Projecting a Positive Professional Image To learn more, read these AMACOM Books: *The Age Curve, by Kenneth W. Gronbach *Generations, Inc., by Meagan Johnson, Larry Johnson *Generations at Work, by Ron Zemke, Claire Raines, Bob Filipczak
