Bridging Generations

While the developmental roots of leadership (and followership) clearly begin in the family, the context also matters. Each successive generation is raised in a particular time period that is influenced by its culture and history. As a result, leadership in generational members can look somewhat different. This ground-breaking volume explores these topics in a unique and innovative collection that is a must read for students and scholars of leadership.

-- Ron Riggio, Kravis Professor of Leadership and Organizational Psychology, Kravis Leadership Institute, Claremont McKenna College

Bridging Generations: Transformative Intergenerational Leadership and Followership, edited by Dr. Karen Perham-Lippman and Dr. Ada T. Cenkci, arrives in the time we need it most as an essential guide for improved understanding among generations. This groundbreaking anthology turns generational differences into a formidable advantage in work and life. Spanning five comprehensive sections, this volume unites global experts to explore how unique historical eras and cultures shape distinct cohorts. Rather than defending generational silos, this book offers actionable strategies to bridge the gap between institutional wisdom and modern innovation. Readers will discover transformative models for inclusive mentorship, multigenerational Employee Resource Groups, and sustainable organizational cultures. Whether you are a corporate executive striving to reduce workplace separation, an educator cultivating future leaders, or a community advocate aiming for change, this book provides the tools to spark vital conversations. Bridging Generations is more than a scholarly text because it inspires us to cultivate empathetic connections that maximize collaborative success across the globe. Read it today to become a bridge builder for tomorrow.

-- Chrys Egan, Associate Dean, Fulton School of Liberal Arts Interim Director, Center for the Advancement of Faculty Excellence Salisbury University

In a world that often focuses on what divides us, this book edited by Dr. Karen Perham-Lippman and Dr. Ada T. Cenkci reminds us that our greatest strength has always been our ability to build bridges. The collection masterfully weaves research, history, and humanity into a compelling invitation to see generations, not as competing voices, but as essential partners in shaping a better future. It is a thoughtful, deeply relevant, and powerful reminder that the stories we share across generations may be the strongest bridges we will ever build.

-- Ken Fay, Narrative Strategist and Emmy Award Winning Storyteller, Founder & Creative Director, KRF Creat