Millennials. Generation Y. Generation Z. The youngest generations in the workforce across the world now and also the keys to our future. The keys to your future as a company.
As I was sharing in an earlier newsletter this year, we are living the most challenging of times, as well as the most “rich-in-possibilities” of all times. Tomorrow’s heroes will be today’s mavericks, the innovative minds and hearts, those who choose to invest in themselves, their teams and in the mind-bending ideas that support the future.
Here you can read more about the L&D trends for 2022.
So how do you determine your young employees’ needs in terms of growth and development, beyond the in-house surveys and interviews?
It’s worth looking at the world statistics too. In an Intelligence Group & Deloitte 2020 study, which surveyed millennials in various regions of the world, these came in the top 5 wishes of millennials when deciding the companies to work for:
A company with a clear mission
“76% of millennials view business as a source of powerful and positive social impact”
2. A collaborative and innovative company culture
3. Management Team that is committed to employee success
4. Flexible work schedule & remote work opportunities
5. Healthy work – life integration
Whether these results surprise you or not, there are a few things that are undeniable: the younger generation is highly connected (technology-wise and social-wise, which justifies the second highest option in the ranking), as well as wishing to bring their contribution to this changing world landscape, to create positive impact. I find it highly encouraging that the younger generation is so focused on creating impact and joining companies that create impact because in all honesty, this is where the biggest changes will come from.
If your company manages to tick at least 3 out of 5 and builds a positive Learning & Development culture, investing in your employees as well as being among the future-creators, the mavericks that provide solutions for the current challenges of humanity —> then you are set to attract some of the most highly skilled millennials.
This year, I am offering a unique opportunity for the first 3 companies ready to take their employee wellbeing and organizational impact in the world to the next level, by introducing you to ConnectQ, my solution for the happiest and most thriving organizations, founded on 6-levels of growth and innovation.
This solution is based in 10+ years in L&D, collaborating with companies and leaders in Europe, Africa as well as Latin America, my 7 certifications in ICF leadership coaching and holistic & energetic wellbeing, as well as learning from the top minds in terms of leadership & brain-heart coherence, among whom most recently Dr. Joe Dispenza, by attending 2 of his advanced week-long retreats.
Reach out to schedule an intro call if you feel this is for you.
In the meantime, I am continuing my series of a monthly free L&D calls with the topic for this March being “Motivation: Practical tips for reaching flow states & getting back up when you feel least like it”.
Watch out for my next email to receive the link to register for it. :)
In joy & co-expansion,
Alina