Abstract:
Although generational differences have been studied in
developed
countries, not much information is available about
generational cohorts and how they differ in terms of work ethics
in developing countries. A cross-sectional study was conducted
in 2014 with a sample of 301 respondents from South Africa.
The work ethics of three generational cohorts, namely the Baby
Boomers, Generation X and Generation Y, were measured. The
main finding of this research was that statistically significant
differences and similarities were found between the different
generational cohorts in terms of certain facets of work ethics.
Statistically significant generational differences were indicated
for hard work and delay of gratification.
