My favorite apple variety is honey crisp. I eat them by cutting them into slices, leaving the skin on. Do you have a different preference? Do you even like apples? And what’s with all this apple talk?
Well, knowing and understanding the needs of a diverse workforce is kind of like knowing that there are different varieties of apples. Every staff member is a person, but he or she is also an individual—a male or female, a member of a particular generation, and someone with different skills, experiences, goals, talents, and perspectives. As a result, each requires a personalized approach in the way you manage, treat, and lead him or her.