Articles by:
Ladan Nikravan
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What Makes Millennials Happy?
While finding fulfillment at work is not a new concept, millennials are bringing new values that are forcing companies to rethink how they can make workers happy.
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Mind the (Leadership) Gap
Companies expect a lot from their new Gen Y managers. Unfortunately, many are not adequately prepared for the challenge. Here’s what learning leaders can do to help.
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How Do You Perceive Gen Y?
Employers have a number of concerns about hiring millennials, which might be one of the reasons 40 percent of unemployed workers are from that generation.
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Are You Cool Enough for This Year’s Grads?
Not every company can offer a flashy tech job with perks like free meals and gym memberships, but without some changes, industries such as supply chain management could miss out on top young talent.
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Handing Over the Keys: From Baby Boomers to Millennials
There are many things baby boomers can learn from their millennial employees, but more importantly, the predecessors must be willing to teach the up-and-comers to create the smoothest handoff possible.
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Risky Business: Millennials At Work
There are specific characteristics that make millennials the most at-risk generation in today’s workplace. These characteristics create special considerations for selecting and deploying online training and technology to properly acclimate them.
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Shut Up and Listen
When managers speak with their subordinates, the instinct to inject comments or answer questions before they’ve really been asked can be powerful. But to engage millennials you need to listen.
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The Secrets to Motivating, Inspiring and Rewarding Millennials
Like previous generations, Gen Y wants to feel understood, valued and respected. HR and business executives can play into these needs by giving millennial employees transparency and flexibility.