Recruiting for the Next Generation

RECRUITING FOR THE NEXT GENERATION

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{individuals born between 1982 and 2004}

/mi’lenēəl/noun

MIL LEN NIAL

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MillennialsWho your company needs to survive

and grow.

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So, how do you recruit them?

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1.Recognize potential.

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Be open to training a grad who exhibits an outstanding work

ethic and phenomenal potential.{ }

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2.Understand that money

isn’t everything.

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84% of millenials rated having meaningful work that makes a

difference as extremely important.{ }Millennials worry about collaboration and having meaningful work.

To attract the top talent demonstrate the value of work and the opportunity to build community with your team.

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3.Embrace transparency

in the workplace.

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61% of employees say new job realities differ from expectations set during the interview process.

}{Keep them informed—60% of millennials want to hear

from their managers at least once a day.

Provide feedback—often.

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4.Sell the

work/life balance.

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75% of millennials look for a people and culture fit with

employers. The job matters, but it isn’t enough to keep

millennials happy.{ }

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5.Foster career development.

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Create an environment that inspires learning

and development among millennials.

46% of millennials left their last job due to lack of career growth.

Provide career support through mentoring programs.

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6.Trust them.

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When millennials feel trusted, they’re empowered

to achieve higher results.{ }

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7.Be flexible.

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69% of millennials believe office attendance

is unnecessary on a regular basis{ }

Create a flexible work environment that embraces technology. Allow millennials to work remotely or create their own work hours (within reason).

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8.Collaborate.

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88% said they want to work in a more social environment where their co-workers are

their friends.{ }Arrange your office space to allow for teamwork

and easy idea sharing—think open cubicles, white boards, and drop-in rooms that can be used for group meetings.

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One thing is for sure—

MOTIVATEDCONFIDENT

NEEDED

no matter their age, all employees should feel

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