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Generation Y refers to the specific generation born between the 1980’s to the early 1990’s and was the term given to this Generation after proceeding Generation X.

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Five Gen Y youths discuss life in corporate America.Taped by www.glresources.com.

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So is this the Laziest Generation? There are signs that its members benefit from lower standards. Technology has certainly made life easier. But there may also be a generation gap; the way young adults work is simply different.

It's worth remembering that to some extent, these accusations of laziness and narcissism in "kids these days" are nothing new - they've been levied against Generation X, Baby Boomers and many generations before them. Even Aristotle and Plato were said to have expressed similar feelings about the slacker youth of their times.

But this generation has had it easy in some ways.

They can access just about any resource, product or service anywhere from a mere tap on a touch screen. And as many critics have noted, it's also easier to get A's. The typical grade-point average in college rose to about 3.11 by the middle of the last decade, from 2.52 in the 1950s, according to a recent study by Stuart Rojstaczer, professor emeritus at Duke, and Christopher Healy of Furman University.

College students also spend fewer hours studying each week than did their counterparts in 1961, according to a new working paper by Philip S. Babcock of the University of California, Santa Barbara, and Mindy Marks of the University of California, Riverside. That doesn't mean all this leftover time is spent on PlayStation 3's.

There is ample evidence that young people today are hard-working and productive. The share of college students working full time generally grew from 1985 onward - until the Great Recession knocked many millennials out of the labor force, according to the Labor Department.

And while many college students today - like those of yesterday - get financial help from their parents, 44 percent of students today say that work or personal savings helped finance their higher educations, according to a survey of recent graduates by Rutgers University.

"I don't think this is a generation of slackers," said Carl Van Horn, a labor economist at Rutgers. "This image of the kid who goes off and skis in Colorado, I don't think that's the correct image. Today's young people are very focused on trying to work hard and to get ahead."

Defying the narcissism stereotype, community service among young people has exploded.

Between 1989 and 2006, the share of teenagers who were volunteering doubled, to 26.4 percent from 13.4 percent, according to a report by the Corporation for National and Community Service. And the share of incoming college freshmen who say they plan to volunteer is at a record high of 32.1 percent, too, U.C.L.A.'s annual incoming freshman survey found.

Perhaps most important, many of the behaviors that older generations interpret as laziness may actually enhance young people's productivity, say researchers who study Generation Y.

Members of Gen Y, for example, are significantly more likely than Gen X'ers and boomers to say they are more productive working in teams than on their own, according to Don Tapscott, author of "Grown Up Digital: How the Net Generation is Changing Your World," a book based on interviews with 11,000 millennials.

To older workers, wanting help looks like laziness; to younger workers, the gains that come from teamwork have been learned from the collaborative nature of their childhood activities, which included social networks, crowd-sourcing and even video games like World of Warcraft that "emphasize cooperative rather than individual competition," Mr. Tapscott says.

Employers also complain about millennials checking Facebook and Twitter on the job, or working with their ear buds in.

Older workers have a strong sense of separate spheres for work and play: the cubicle is for work, and home is for fun. But to millennials, the boundaries between work and play are fuzzier, said Michael D. Hais, co-author of "Millennial Makeover: MySpace, YouTube, and the Future of American Politics."

Think of the corporate cultures at prototypical Gen Y employers like Facebook and Google, he says, where foosball, volleyball courts and subsidized massages are office fixtures.

The prevailing millennial attitude is that taking breaks for fun at work makes people more, not less, productive. Likewise, they accept that their work will bleed into evenings and weekends.

Some experts also believe that today's young people are better at quickly switching from one task to another, given their exposure to so many stimuli during their childhood and adolescence, said John Della Volpe, the director of polling at Harvard's Institute of Politics. (The jury is still out on that one.)

Of course, these explanations may be unconvincing to older bosses, co-workers and teachers on the other side of this culture clash. But at least they can take comfort in one fact: someday, millennials will have their own new generation of know-it-all ne'er-do-wells to deal with.

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Advice for both employers and Gen Y workers and job-seekers on dealing with negative perceptions and misconceptions about Generation Y, the Millennials.

It's important to preface this article by stating that people are individuals and that while it is sometimes efficient for experts to place people into generational groups for analysis, in the end, even with certain common traits and behaviors, individuals must be judged on their own merits.

That said, as a new crop of college graduates hits the workforce, it's important - both for the job-seekers and for prospective employers - to read this article. For the college grads, it's helpful to understand how hiring managers and future co-workers may perceive them. For hiring managers, it's useful to cut through stereotypes and misconceptions about this generation.

Generation Y. The Millennials. The Tech/Net/Digital Generation. Boomlets. Echo Boomers. We've given this generation of people - roughly those born between the late 1970's and the late 1990's and 72 million or so strong - many names, but none so hurtful as the Entitlement Generation. They've also been called arrogant, self-centered, and possessing a short attention span.

This article, playing off the infamous Rolling Stone campaign, discusses 10 perceptions of Generation Y workers - and then corrects or adjusts those perceptions with the reality behind each. Also included in each of the 10 misconceptions is advice for both employers and for Gen Y workers and job-seekers.

Generation Y Perception: Spoiled/Entitled

Reality: To an extent, the folks in this generation do have a sense of entitlement, but it's not an entirely inherent personality flaw but partly the fault of Baby Boomer parents who coddled their children, constantly telling them how special they were and that anything they sought was possible, and rewarding them for every little thing, providing trophies and prizes simply for participating. These parents stunted their children's growth by proactively removing all obstacles and potentially negative experiences.

So, yes, on the surface Generation Y workers appear entitled.

The key for employers is approaching younger workers differently, providing constructive criticism that reflects confidence in them.

Generation Y workers must realize that their bosses are not going to be like their parents, and that part of growing as an employee is learning from past mistakes and accepting constructive criticism.

Generation Y Perception: Lazy

Reality: Technology has allowed this generation to multitask and find shortcuts in achieving tasks. Texting, instant messaging, social networking, and Web surfing have all made Generation Y workers more competent, efficient, and productive (if not sometimes overwhelmed).

The key for employers is to accept that there may be multiple ways for workers to accomplish their tasks.

Generation Y workers may need to demonstrate that they are working just as hard as everyone else, but perhaps simply performing the job more efficiently.

Generation Y Perception: Poor Work Ethic

Reality: Generation Y is the first generation to expect - from day one - employers to realize there is more to life than work. Just as many Baby Boomers are now discovering later in their careers, Generation Y sees work as a means to enjoy life - and life comes first. They have a strong work ethic - just not in a 9-5 sort of way. Generation Y wants work to be fun and flexible because the line between work and life is seamless. (In other words, there is no such thing as work-life balance because it's all just one thing.) Generation Y also follows a mantra of working smarter, not harder.

Generation Y is the first generation to expect - from day one - employers to realize there is more to life than work.

The key for employers is offering flexible work schedules, adjusting the belief that workers need to "put in the hours at the desk" to be effective, and developing a work culture that is pleasant and positive.

Generation Y workers may need to readjust some attitudes about work, especially for entry-level positions in which workers have traditionally been expect to work long hours to earn their due.

Generation Y Perception: Little Respect for Authority

Reality: While some people refer to this cohort of people as Generation Why for a reason, it is not so much an issue of a lack of respect for authority as much as it is that this group has been raised by their parents to question everything and raise questions when they don't understand something. This generation is very independent and not afraid to challenge the status-quo. Many in Generation Y want a relationship with their boss like the ones they have with their parents. It's not that these folks have little respect for authority; on the contrary, they feel employers do not respect them.

The key for employers is realizing that asking questions can often lead to answers and solutions that are actually more efficient and effective. Unlike with any other set of workers in the past, employers must also provide more autonomy - and trust Gen Y workers to complete the work.

Generation Y workers should learn to choose battles carefully, not question every single decision made, and give employers a chance to adapt to their style of work.

Generation Y Perception: Too Self-Centered and Individualistic

Reality: This iPod Generation (named such because iPod commercials focus on individuality while selling the product to every Gen Y) works well in groups and teams - especially with people their own age - but they also have been taught the value of individuality and independent thinking. They see themselves as unique individuals - not tied to any specific labels. And unlike any previous generation, these workers do not plan to let their jobs define who they are.

The key for employers is finding the right mix of individual and team projects that allow these workers to grow professionally.

Generation Y workers need to realize that almost all work will be some combination of individual assignments and teamwork with people of all backgrounds and ages.

Generation Y Perception: Overinflated/Unrealistic Expectations

Reality: While this generation may be more anxious than others to rise quickly to the top, it's less about unrealistic expectations than it is about being better prepared for work than previous generations - with perhaps a touch of the need for instant gratification thrown in. This generation also has no interest whatsoever in working in a cubicle - not because it is beneath them, but because they feel advances in technology should let them be able to choose to work from home, Starbucks, or anywhere there is a Wi-Fi connection.

While this generation may be more anxious than others to rise quickly to the top, it's less about unrealistic expectations than it is about being better prepared for work than previous generations

The key for employers is to redesign and rebuild some of the old career ladders that were destroyed with the flattening of organizations and greatly expand telecommuting and remote working arrangements. Gen Y workers need to see a progressive promotion path or they will move on to the next employer.

Generation Y workers should learn to pace themselves and gain the necessary experience and skills before expecting a promotion to the next level.

Generation Y Perception: Not Committed to Work

Reality: This generation is the most educated workforce ever, and partly because of this level of education, Generation Y workers believe their work should have meaning. These folks quote from Office Space and have a mistrust of management. More than ever, these workers are seeking greater fulfillment and are only willing to work hard at jobs that provide it.

The key for employers is changing the way they view work and employees - and it may also mean that to keep Gen Y workers, they may need to not only develop better jobs, but also consider strong corporate values and corporate volunteering programs. Employers also need to clearly show how the work Gen Ys complete directly impacts the organization's success.

Generation Y workers should conduct more research on prospective employers to find organizations that not only have meaningful career paths, but also share some of the same values.

Generation Y Perception: No Loyalty to Employers

Reality: Because of more work experiences and greater education, Gen Y workers are simply more mobile, making it easier to move from one employer to another if they are unhappy with the work. They were also raised during a period of great downsizing and rightsizing, and many witnessed the grief and frustration their parents felt when being laid off - and they do not want to experience that emotion. These are also some of the reasons why many Gen Y workers are diligently planning to start their own businesses.

The key for employers is to develop a stronger commitment to keeping employees - even in bad economic times - and also to do a better job in training and retaining workers, possibly including such benefits as sabbaticals, professional development opportunities, and other options for Gen Y workers seeking deeper fulfillment.

Generation Y workers should try to not be so skeptical about the motives of employers and learn to trust them more while continuing their professional development as a hedge against any downturns.

Generation Y Perception: Lacking in Social Skills

Reality: Generation Y are some of the most social of any generational cohort; it's just that they communicate and socialize much differently from the rest of us.

The key for employers is to realize and accept that people communicate differently and to embrace the new techniques while also teaching the Gen Y workers that business sometimes still needs to use traditional methods of communication.

Generation Y are some of the most social of any generational cohort; it's just that they communicate and socialize much differently from the rest of us.

Generation Y workers need to use those excellent communications and diversity skills to learn to socialize and communicate with people of all ages and backgrounds.

Generation Y Perception: Needy

Reality: Okay. The reality here is that Millennials are indeed pretty needy. Again, though, it's not really their fault as their parents basically trained them that mom or dad is just a phone call away. In fact, there are stories of Generation Y job-seekers taking a parent along for the job interview or to help negotiate the job offer.

The key for employers is to realize that this generation - at least when they are new to the workforce - need a bit of special care and handling. There's no way they can go months without a review; they need constant (and not too critical) feedback.

Generation Y workers need to realize that the reality of the workplace is that it's not like home or college - and that they are expected to do an excellent job without always wanting praise and being told that how good their work is. Finally, Generation Y workers need to tell mom or dad that it's time to stay home so they can learn to fight their own battles.

Final Thoughts About Gen Y Workers

In the end, of course, every person - every worker - is judged on his or her merits, not on generalities or misconceptions. Still, based on the research and anecdotal evidence, it may be a bumpy ride for both employers and Generation Y workers in the years ahead.
Maybe you're not a millennial, but when was the last time you updated your resume and cover letter? Take a look at our useful guides to learn the most up-to-date tips
Dr. Randall S. Hansen is founder of Quintessential Careers, one of the oldest and most comprehensive career development sites on the Web, as well CEO of EmpoweringSites.com. He is also founder of MyCollegeSuccessStory.com and EnhanceMyVocabulary.com. Dr. Hansen is also a published author, with several books, chapters in books, and hundreds of articles. He's often quoted in the media and conducts empowering workshops around the country. Finally, Dr. Hansen is also an educator, having taught at the college level for more than 15 years. Visit his personal Website. Check out Dr. Hansen on GooglePlus.

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Advice for both employers and Gen Y workers and job-seekers on dealing with negative perceptions and misconceptions about Generation Y, the Millennials. It's important to preface this article by stating that people are individuals and that while it is sometimes efficient for experts to place people into generational groups for analysis, in the end, even with certain common traits and behaviors, individuals must be judged on their own merits.

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With millions of blogs and websites out there, how do you find the top websites for Millennials and best websites for 20-somethings?

What are the top websites for Millennials that you can visit not just for information, but actually relevant, life-changing info?

My goal is to rescue all twentysomethings and Millennials out there from the pounding waves of Internet-ness onto a tropical island filled with lush, chocolate trees of Internet-bliss.

( Yes. It's that epic).

First - What makes me an expert on the top websites for Millennials and best blogs for twenty year olds?

Well, I've had the honor of running one for the last seven years here at All Groan Up that has been read by millions of people in 190 countries - with articles like 21 Secrets for your 20s, 25 Signs You're Having a Quarter Life Crisis, and 5 Shocking Statistics About Actual "Millennial Problems" going viral on the Interwebs.

I still can't believe that I get to write books, encourage, inspire, and speak to Millennials for a living. Then as well, speak about how to lead and retain Millennials to leaders seeking to understand them better.

Then I have three books for Millennials, including the best-selling 101 Secrets For Your Twenties and my newest book 101 Questions You Need to Ask in Your Twenties: (and let's be honest, your thirties too)

Alright, let's get to it - What are the top websites for Millennials?

Apart from your website ( of course, that's a given), and my website ( no brainer, Professor), this is the question.

Below is an updated and expanded list broken down into the following categories: career and finance websites for Millennials, top Millennial bloggers on life advice for your 20s, relationship websites for 20-somethings, faith in your 20s websites, and even sites for Millennials who love to write.

I'd love to hear your suggestions within the comments if your favorite Millennial website is not on here.

Here are some of the top websites that I believe every Millennial needs to take a big bite from, or else, continue consuming Internet meals that are small, stringy, and lacking flavor.

Career, Personal Finance, and News Websites for Millennials:

Jenny Blake, recently published author of the amazing career/change book Pivot, presents practical and insightful "tips & resources for life, work, money, happiness, personal growth & productivity".

I have been a regular contributor for Life After College, wow since 2013 and I've been a big fan of Jenny Blake since my early days on the Internet. She's still killing it.

2. Happen to Your Career

Scott Barlow, who runs Happen to Your Career, is one of my favorite people whom I've never met in person. His excitement, inspiration, and knowledgeable career advice is unstoppable. He regularly posts on his website, mainly his latest podcast. Then as well, he offers a Figure Out What You Want to Do - Free 8 day course that is an excellent resource for Millennials struggling with their career (or lack thereof).

3. The Template

Danny Rubin is the most hardcore practical career blogger I know. He brings the details to the details, giving you the tools on how to effectively communicate through emails, resumes, and job interviews. His book - Wait, How do I Write This Email? is an excellent career resource and go-to-guide for every Millennial. I had the honor of connecting with Danny years ago - and year after year he remains one of my favorites.

4. YOUR MILLENNIAL MONEY

Shannah Compton Game is the real financial deal. She's a certified financial planner and brings a wealth of personal finance information that all Millennials need. If you need advice on finances, she's your go-to resource. Shannah is a thought-leader in the financial space for Millennials, is extremely smart, and is a wonderful person to share ideas with.
5. JOB JENNY
As the head of her own recruiting agency for over 11 years, Jenny's job has been to find the you's and me's jobs, thus why her blog, courses and e-books are chalk full of gold.

For anyone looking for resume help, you need to check out Job Jenny's Weekend Resume Makeover. It's a paid course, but it will help you land a better job so definitely worth the money. Plus, Jenny is just good people. She is so good, she's also given me a $40 off coupon for the community here at All Groan Up for her Resume Makeover. Just click the link for the Resume Makeover and enter the code: AGUVIP

My wife is an avid Skimm-er so I needed to give theSkimm it's due. It's the daily news condensed into a humorous tidbit and delivered to your inbox daily. Pretty helpful way to stay abreast without having to watch the nightly news - because seriously is there anything more depressing than watching the nightly news?

7. Thin Difference

Jon Mertz, is a Baby Boomer, marketing executive, and the creator of The Thin Difference. What I love most about Jon's work is that he offers Millennials practical, insightful advice on advancing your career. And he does it from a place of support, encouragement, and wisdom, instead of the condescending generalizations that some Boomers cling to when trying to describe Millennials.

Jon is a Millennial mentor and his book The Thin Difference is a great resource for young professional Millennials and those leading them.

Blogs/Podcasts about ROCKING LIFE as a Millennial:

Kayla Cruz is about Sharing. Learning. Improving. And ensuring that we are best equipped to be the leaders of tomorrow.

Not too shabby.

I had the honor of writing the forward to Kayla's new book - Corporate Survival Guide For Your Twenties. If you're doing corporate and you were born a Millennial, this is a great resource.

2. The Confused Millennial

Rachel brings a wealth of know-how to un-confuse the most confused Millennials out there. Whether business advice or a little pop culture humor, this is an informative, fun, well laid out blog every Millennial should check out.

3. GenTwenty

GenTwenty is the twentysomethings guide to life. That's a hard tagline to live up to, but GenTwenty does a stellar job of making it happen. They have wonderful articles from a range of writers. And it's all just nice to look at - each graphic a piece of art.

4. Our Quarter Life Comeback Podcast

Bryan Teare offers insightful dialogue on dealing and thriving through the daily struggles twentysomethings are going through. I had the privilege of being a guest for his episode "The Anatomy of a Quarter Life Crisis". Bryan is an excellent, thoughtful host. Plus his South African accent is like podcast butter to your Millennial ears (that metaphor didn't really work, but you get what I mean...)

5. Our 1/4 Life Crisis - Documentary

I had the opportunity to be flown up to Vancouver, Canada and be a part of this international documentary "Our 1/4 Life Crisis" about the shared struggle twentysomethings are going through. Skilled Millennial documentary filmmaker Sonia Suvagau, along with her equally amazing mother Adelina, worked diligently for years on this film and created a poignant, scary, yet hopeful story about the quarter life crisis struggle that is all too real for Millennials across the globe.

6. Smart, Pretty, and Awkward

Molly Beck has been rocking this site for years and it's still going strong. It's a wonderful, delightful, simple post every time. She talks about something smart, something pretty, and something to make you (less) awkward.

With all the success this site has experienced through Molly's blend of wisdom and wit, you definitely don't want to miss out.

7. The Distilled Man

Many of these blogs above are slightly catered towards women, so I needed to represent the men here with The Distilled Man. Kyle Ingham is the manly man behind this go-to resource chalk-full of essential skills for the modern Millennial man. I don't know how Kyle became so wise on all things manly, but I suspect it has something to do with his sweet beard and his Redwood like height. I had the honor of being interviewed by Kyle on "Navigating Your 20s" that you can check out here. This was one of my favorite interviews I've ever done - mostly because Kyle's got great questions and an even better laugh.

Twentysomething Faith, Calling, and More:
1. RELEVANT MAGAZINE
God. Life. Progressive Culture. Your one-stop-shop to stay informed and engage. I've been honored to be a semi-regular contributor for Relevant Magazine over the years with popular articles like 5 Lies Twentysomethings Need to Stop Believing

2. Allison Fallon

Ally and I go way back. I appreciate the beautiful way Allison writes and the beautiful way she shares what's truly on her heart. She is raw, honest, to-the-point, and a good read for anyone trying to figure out this crazy little thing called love, life and faith. Ally even did a great guest-post on the relationship between twentysomethings and their parents here at All Groan Up - Dear Mom and Dad, a Letter From Your Twentysomething

3. Meaning Movement

Dan Cumberland is the brain-child behind the meaning movement, which touches on great topics like creativity, purpose, work, and courage. I'm a big fan of Dan's work because, like the content here at All Groan Up, he focuses on helping people live on purpose with purpose.

4. Scott Savage Live

Scott quickly became one of my favorite Twitter/blogger friends because he's just so dang inspirational! He's a pastor who you can tell loves people, life, and helping people come more alive. Scott blogs about things like overcoming fear, rejection, failure, and all the other things that hold us back. I just was reading through this great interview he did with Valerie Peterson, a Contestant Manager from The Voice, about how she helps contestants overcome their fears. A must-read!

Millennial RELATIONSHIP Websites:

Debra Fileta is a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in dating, marriage and relationship issues, along with a spectrum of mental health disorders and issues. She brings truth, warmth, and incredible insight to Millennials biggest relationship questions. Plus, Deb is just a solid, inspiring person who encourages me to do better work. (If you're noticing a trend here, I really like promoting people that I've gotten to personally know over the years and who are super-solid individuals).

Also check out her book by the same name - True Love Dates, published by Zondervan who was also my publisher for All Groan Up: Searching For Self, Faith, and a Freaking Job!

2. Bryan Sands

Bryan loves talking about sex. Seriously. But probably in a little different way than you would think. Bryan delves deeper into the emotional, physical, psychological and spiritual impact of sex on individuals and cultures. Bryan's also a campus pastor so is daily interacting and leading Millennials.

I was honored to write a foreword for Bryan's new book coming out soon - "Everybody Loves Sex: So Why Wait?: A Discussion in Sexual Faithfulness."

3. Boundless

This site could be categorized in Faith as well, but their main focus is preparing Millennials for marriage. Boundless offers a litany of resources for young adults who want to grow up, own their faith, date with purpose, and prepare for marriage and family.

Millennial Writing Sites

Over the years Jeff Goins has become the leading resource for anyone that is looking to write a book, grow a platform, connect with an audience, etc. Jeff knows his stuff and offers an amazing community to support and teach writers at Tribe Writers. He typically opens a limited number of spots for Tribe Writers a few times a year, so jump on the waitlist if you're interested. Jeff has taught me a lot about growing a platform and he even helped connect me to my first publisher, so I'm definitely a product of his writing/publishing wisdom.

2. The Write Practice

This is a jam-packed site for anyone who strives to become a better writer. Because The Write Practice offers you a ton of opportunities to, get this, practice your writing. Creator of The Write Practice, Joe Bunting loves the craft of writing, down to the smallest detail of whether or not to use neither, either, or, and nor, and this love for writing shines through every comma and period on The Write Practice (he probably would have a few things to say about this run on sentence).

Plus, Joe once worked at the same college as me as my intern, but that is a story for a different article!

TWENTYSOMETHING WATCH LIST:

Holy shiiiiiizzzer - I included a ton of great resources on this list, but I know I left out so many notable/amazing/what was I thinking? websites as well.

So please add your Millennial/Twentysomethings website MUST'S to the list below within the comments.

For more insight and inspiration for your 20s, check out my newest book 101 Questions You Need to Ask in Your Twenties.

Written in the same easy-to-read style and humor as my best-selling book 101 Secrets For Your Twenties, but this time we're digging even deeper. To find important life answers, we need to start with the right questions.
See what readers are saying about 101 Questions You Need to Ask in Your Twenties
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Generation Y refers to the specific generation born between the 1980’s to the early 1990’s and was the term given to this Generation after proceeding Generation X. But what key characteristics define this generation? Like everything with this generation there is much debate as to the main characteristics to define a whole generation. One would say it’s impossible. However as a demographic generation y is the fastest growing generation in business and business leaders, hr advisors and team managers alike all want to know how to nurture this talent.

Love them or hate them this generation is here to stay and will continue to make ground roads within business. Here are some of the main characteristics to define Generation Y. Get to know them well as they will someday be heading up the businesses we are all part of.

Tech/Web Savvy:

I’ll send you an email’.  Generation Y were born into an emerging world of technology and have grown up surrounded by smart phones, laptops, tablets and other gadgets. As a generation people are constantly plugged into technology and it becomes an essential aspect of the generations life.

Generation Y prefer to communicate more quickly and effectively via email, social networks or text messaging as opposed to traditional means of communication. The generation are also attracted to organisations where technology is are the forefront of the companies ethos. Traditional companies are less of an attraction for the millennial generation . Generation Y want to work for companies who are embracing these new means of communication and implementing them into business as opposed to organisations with a more traditional mind set. Technology needs to be part of this generations day to day life. As yourself the question ‘How many 20 somethings do you see without a smartphone?’

Family Orientated:

The way one see’s the workplace is entirely different when it comes to Generation Y. Instead of working long shifts to work their way up an organisation the millennial generation prefer flexible working schedules and a more rounded work/life balance. Don’t confuse the generation as lazy. Far from it however family life takes priority over the work place. Many Generation Y’s have grown up with overworked parents and this has driven the new perception to work. The older generation may see this as a commitment issue however the millennial’s merely view life differently and want to find the best blend of an enjoyable life with a fulfilling working environment.

Ambitious:

Generation Y are confident and ambitious.  Expectations typically need to be managed as Generation Y’s are confident to take on important roles within organisations as soon as they begin. With young entrepreneurs like Mark Zuckerburg the millennials believe theres no limit to what they can achieve. As an organisation the difficulty is managing these expectations without stifling creativity and development. Giving Generation Y’s the resources they require to see development is a strategic way businesses look to keep the generation happy. Generation Y have high expectations of their employees and expect this to be matched. Many are not afraid to seek employment elsewhere if this ambition is not met. Unlike generations before them they are happy to change job roles more often to find the right organisation to work within.

Team Players:

Teamwork is high on the agenda of Generation Y.  Working as a team is high on the agenda and regular team meetings and collaboration with colleagues is preferred.  Generation Y wants to be involved and included. They expect openness and transparency from management and colleagues and seek for this team playing mentality within an organisation.

Communicators:

Communication is key for Generation Y however it has to be on the right terms. Sending a Generation Y an email, a tweet or a Facebook message will receive an instant reply whereas a phone call may take a little longer for a return. Within the office environment Generation Y’s prefer communication via email whereas the baby boomer generation prefer to pick up the phone.  Communication which is quick, effective and on Generation Y terms will be conducted in a heartbeat.

Like to be loved:

Constant feedback, gratitude, relaying to someone they are doing a good job are common characteristics of Generation Y. In generations before this level of communication was unheard of with senior management however Generation Y in the workplace seek this level of love. Companies have began to implement mentor schemes to develop and guide the young generation in their careers. Having this level of guidance and reassurance is essential when working with and nurturing this generation.

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Gen Y Planning - Financial Planning for Millennials