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Think of the advantages of
having tech-savvy Gen Ys,

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self-reliant Gen Xers, optimistic Boomers,

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and dedicated Traditionalists
working well together.

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We need to take responsibility to
step in and make a positive impact

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when generational differences
keep us from communicating with

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and learning from one another
and working productively.

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MEET helps us do that.

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We need to make time to discuss a situation.

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We have to explore our differences so we
understand the situation before we act.

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We need to encourage and maintain respect.

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And we have to take personal
responsibility to find the common ground.

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By doing this, we can have better working
relationships and higher productivity.

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And when generations clash, MEET works.

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It helps us create a new and often
better understanding of our similarities,

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like our desires for respect, fairness,
appreciation, constructive feedback,

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and opportunities for advancement.

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We may never see completely
eye-to-eye on everything,

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but the people we serve and the
people we work with will appreciate

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that we took the time to meet on common ground.