Even though the workforce is aging, a new study has found that Baby Boomers, GenXers and Millennials seem to truly value each other in the workplace.

According to a national survey commissioned by the Fairfax County Economic Development Authority in Virginia, and conducted by Ipsos Public Affairs, employees and business decision makers believe that the best workforce contains representation from many generations.

"The way we tend to discuss generational difference in the workplace focuses on just that – our differences – and the issues they present for employers," said Gerald L. Gordon, Ph.D., president and CEO of the FCEDA. "This survey surprised us showing that a majority of employees, regardless of age or station, believes that each generation is valuable in its own right."

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