The Generational Cheat Sheet: Your Free Guide to Understanding Today’s Multigenerational Workplace

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In today’s workforce, we’re witnessing something unprecedented: five generations working side by side.

From Traditionalists who built the foundation of the modern workplace, to Gen Z professionals redefining communication, expectations, and culture—every generation brings unique strengths, values, and perspectives. But without the right tools and understanding, those differences can just as easily create tension as they can unlock innovation.

That’s why we created the Generational Cheat Sheet—a free, downloadable guide to help leaders, managers, and teams build Generational Intelligence and improve collaboration across age lines.

Why Generational Intelligence Matters

At KJ Consulting, we define Generational Intelligence as the ability to understand, appreciate, and lead across generational identities. It’s more than just knowing someone’s birth year—it’s about recognizing how historical events, shared experiences, and cultural shifts have shaped the way people show up at work.

With five generations in the workplace—Traditionalists, Baby Boomers, Generation X, Millennials, and Gen Z—the opportunities for collaboration are endless, but so are the risks of misunderstanding. Leaders who build generational fluency can foster more inclusive, productive, and connected teams.

What’s Inside the Generational Cheat Sheet?

This one-page reference guide distills the key characteristics of each generation, including:

  • Defining events that shaped their worldview

  • Shared values and motivators

  • Communication styles and preferences

  • Leadership approaches

  • Learning and feedback styles

  • Attitudes toward change and conflict

You’ll find clear, side-by-side comparisons that help you quickly understand how different generations operate—and how you can engage with each more effectively.

Who Is This Resource For?

This guide is ideal for:

  • Team leaders navigating generational communication gaps

  • HR professionals designing inclusive training and onboarding

  • DEI consultants building cross-generational understanding

  • Educators and facilitators seeking conversation starters and training tools

  • Anyone leading or working on a multigenerational team

How to Get It

The Generational Cheat Sheet is available for free when you subscribe to our newsletter.


You'll gain instant access to the download and receive occasional insights on how to build stronger, more inclusive workplaces through generational strategy.

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Final Thought

If we want to lead well today, we must understand the people sitting around the table with us.


The Generational Cheat Sheet is your first step toward becoming a more insightful, inclusive, and effective leader—across all generations.