Generational differences at work are real—and often, they’re not about laziness, entitlement, or rigidity. They’re about deeply ingrained workplace norms, shaped by decades of culture, technology, identity, and survival strategies. But when someone from a different generation asks for something that feels uncomfortable or "wrong," what do you do with that discomfort?

This guide walks you through five steps to help you slow down, reflect, and decide if your resistance is protecting you—or just a relic of outdated workplace norms.

Based on Episode 11 of the Hard at Work podcast.