Born in the mid-1980's and later, generation Y legal professionals are in their 20s and are just entering the workforce. With numbers estimated as high as 70 million, generation Y (also known as the Millennials) is the fastest growing segment of today's workforce. As law firms compete for available talent, employers cannot ignore the needs, desires, and attitudes of this vast generation.
Below are a few common traits that define Generation Y:
- Tech-Savvy: Generation Y grew up with technology and rely on it to perform their jobs better. Armed with Blackberrys, laptops, cellphones and other gadgets, Generation Y is plugged in 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This generation prefers to communicate through e-mail and text messaging rather than face to face contact and prefers webinars and online technology to traditional lecture-based presentations.
- Family-Centric: The fast track has lost much of its appeal for Generation Y is willing to trade high pay for fewer billable hours, flexible schedules and a better work/life balance. While older generations may view this attitude as narcissistic or lacking commitment, discipline, and drive, Generation Y legal professionals have a different vision of workplace expectations and prioritize family over work.
- Achievement-Oriented: Nurtured and pampered by parents who did not want to make the mistakes of the previous generation, Generation Y is confident, ambitious, and achievement-oriented. They have high expectations of their employers, seek out new challenges, and are not afraid to question authority. Generation Y wants meaningful work and a solid learning curve.
- Team-Oriented: As children, Generation Y participated in team sports, play groups, and other group-activities. They value teamwork and seek the input and affirmation of others. Part of a no person left behind generation, Generation Y is loyal, committed, and wants to be included and involved.
- Attention-Craving: Generation Y craves attention in the forms of feedback and guidance. They appreciate being kept in the loop and seek frequent praise and reassurance. Generation Y may benefit greatly from mentors who can help guide and develop their young careers.
Buying a Home?
Text CHECKLIST to 79564 for your digital Home Buying Checklist
Suzi Boyle | Idaho Home Loans | FHA Home Loan | VA Home Loan | USDA Home Loan | Jumbo Home Loan
Suzi Boyle 1880 S Cobalt Point Way, Meridian, ID 83642
Idaho FHA, VA, USDA, Conventional, Jumbo and Investor Mortgage loans in Idaho.
Idaho Mortgage. Home Purchases, Refinance & More. We are the Idaho Mortgage experts.
Comments(0)