GENERATION - The Hidden Gift Your Gen Y Employees Are Offering You

There are a lot of articles out there that tend to stereotype Generation Y (well, all the generations) and merely list the complaints about managing and handling them. I spotted a post on ere.net today that instead of just listing the generalizations about this particular generation tackled several concepts and how they can apply towards the management of all generations within the workplace. It was a great article with nice insight.

http://www.ere.net/2009/02/27/the-hidden-gift-your-gen-y-employees-are-offering-you/#more-6479

GENERATION - Managing Generation Y

Over at The Recruiter's Lounge a great article about working with Gen Y was posted. It covered how to manage expectations and keeping them involved with the company. It points out some obvious things that sometimes get overlooked when managing any generation. What are your thoughts? Any personal situations that ring true to your experiences?

http://www.therecruiterslounge.com/2009/01/22/managing-generation-y/

GENERATION - "Under 30? Looking for a job? You're not alone" & "the new year brings hope for graduates"

Came across this article talking about the challenges and the mind set of the younger generation currently hitting the job market or just about to enter the job market.

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/28663645

And this is another article that tackles information on the job market of the future and the new college grads.

http://www.cheezhead.com/2009/01/19/the-new-year-brings-hope-for-graduates/

What are your thoughts? I would have to agree with the first article when they talk about the new grads hitting the job market with too high of expectation. I like how they mention that this generation is going to have to get used to the idea of putting in the hours and the work to receive the reward they believe is due to them. Have you run into this problem with any new recruits?

GENERATION - Can't the 'We' campaigns all just get along?

It certainly appears that this up and coming generation seems to be collecting quite a variety of nicknames. Although this video has a definite political skew, it is the tone that is important to notice. No matter what you call the generation to describe it, the empowerment of their choice and their ability to make a difference with their decisions seems to be at the forefront of their values.
Take this into account when developing your recruitment strategies and programs you make available for them. With the recruiting atmosphere seeming to tighten a bit with the coming months, it is important to engange and actively display how much you value your employees, both for the general tone of your company and for the eyes of the potential candidates.

Check out the article/video from Adweek.com!

http://adweek.blogs.com/adfreak/2008/10/cant-the-we-campaigns-just-get-along.html

VIDEO - Kid Rock Warrior Video - National Guard

INTERVIEW - Y Bother? A Look At Generation Y

ERE interviewed leading professionals in the recruitment industry about recruiting Generation Y. What are your thoughts towards recruiting Generation Y?

via: ere.net

GENERATION - Gen Y Job Satisfaction Low, Low, Low

This is a short little article talking about the findings of a 2007 study held by the Conference Board that showed Gen Y's job satisfaction level being very low. Take a look at the comments and evidently another study held by www.experience.com also had research findings pointing in this direction. About 60% of those interviewed were always on the look for a new job. Check it out; what are your thoughts?

via:

http://www.ere.net/blogs/improving_the_recruiting_experience/3FF6336754F8469CA4F5DC078494EAC2.asp

GENERATION - Ten Things Every Recruiting Professional Should Know About Millennials

The newest demographic in the job market is the “Millennials” (those born between 1980-2000). This young generation is being analyzed now more than ever and it is important to find out what makes them unique and what they are seeking from employers. This article highlights key things that this generation can contribute to your company, such as their loyalty, ability to multi-task and confidence. In order to reach the younger generation is it important to keep these tips in mind when developing your recruitment strategy.

Check out the link below:

http://postbetter.blogspot.com/2008/07/ten-things-every-recruiting.html

RETAINING - 15 Questions to Ask Employees in Their First 60 Days

Here is an article from the HR Specialist that notes on how continuing communication between yourself and new hires can assist in determining factors leading to turnover. By maintaining this dialogue you gain insight to both the employee's satisfaction and review along with information regarding who influences your new hires most.
This reflection and evaluation can also play into gaining strength in the bond between your company and the younger generation by building this exchange between the two. As noted on various blogs, Generation Y / Millennials are actively seeking to have their voice heard and this is one of the many potential ways to meet that need.

Does your company currently have a system like this in place?
What actions are taken following these evaluations?

http://www.thehrspecialist.com/hrs_articles/homepage_featured/8128/15_Questions_to_Ask_Employees_in_Their_First_60_Days.hr