Age does not define a person's ability to be a leader, but the generation they grew up in can have a substantial impact on how they lead . This is particularly evident in structural preferences and communication styles. The way we interact socially tends to reflect the cultural values ​​and norms of the time. Communication is also affected by changes in language and the methods used to communicate. However, despite generational differences in communication, certain communication skills are universal across ages. I was born in the mid-80s, which makes me a member of Generation Y, also known as Millennials. According to Ng, Schweitzer, and Lyons (2010), members of this generation tend to focus on the individualistic aspects of a job, rapid career advancement, interpersonal relationships, and life balance. personal and professional. A strong millennial leader is likely to value individuality and acceptance, personal development, and hands-on interaction with their team. Studies also show that they are stronger than the previous generation in terms of adaptability and customer focus, but are not as well organized (Sinar, 2013). The change in values ​​from one generation to the next has had an impact on the functioning of organizations. Many organizations were unprepared for the influx of millennials and the new ideas they brought. Ng et at. (2010) explain that "changing North American demographics have created a crisis in organizations as they struggle to recruit and retain the millennial generation, whose values, attitudes and expectations are believed to be very different from those of the generations of workers who preceded them. » (p.1). ...... middle of article ......host-com.csuglobal.idm.oclc.org/login.aspx?direct=true&db=f5h&AN=87688725&site=ehost-liveClark, D. (2013) . Direction. Retrieved from http://www.nwlink.com/~donclarkKUBIATKO, M. (2013). Comparing different age groups on attitudes and use of ICT. Educational Sciences: Theory and Practice, 13(2), 1263-1272.Ng, E., Schweitzer, L. and Lyons, S. (2010). New generation, great expectations: a field study of the millennial generation. Journal of Business and Psychology, 25(2), 281-292. doi:10.1007/s10869-010-9159-4 Robbins, SP, Decenzo, DA, & Coulter, M. (2013). Fundamentals of Management (8th ed.). Upper Saddle River, New Jersey. Prentice Hall. Sinar, E. (2013). ARE THE MILLENNIALS READY TO LEAD? Training, 50(4), 20. Retrieved from https://search-ebscohost-com.csuglobal.idm.oclc.org/login.aspx?direct=true&db=bth&AN=89045539&site=ehost-live