Times are changing; we live in a very dynamic environment where everything is constantly evolving. Change is never comfortable, but is definitely inevitable; most individuals and organisations prefer to maintain the status quo because that’s familiar territory. To venture into uncharted waters brings feelings of uneasiness, discomfort and a fear of the unknown.
With the advent
of technology and the tide of change that it has brought in the past two
decades, the generation that has grown up with this change is one that
organisations need to tap into as possessing incredible potential, are the ‘’millennials’’.
Millennials are your workforce that fit in the age bracket of 18 – 35
year olds, many of whom are seen in highly specialised roles in the field of IT.
While we posit
that it is in the organisation’s interest to invest in millennials, this does
however beg the question, ‘’Are organisations
ready for a change of this magnitude?’’ where the ‘’if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it’’ attitude is now shifting to ‘’what’s next?’’
Gone are the
days when working hard took precedence over working smart; how this equation
has flipped is truly interesting. From a workforce keen to demonstrate loyalty
by remaining with the organisation practically for the entire duration of their
working life, there is now a shift to professionals possessing characteristics
of actively seeking diversity and instantaneous gratification.
Millennials
bring a fresh perspective to the table that many Generation X and baby boomers
find challenging. They are truly a different and unique breed of professionals
and one that can stand to be reckoned with if enabled well by the organisation they
work for. So how can this be achieved? Strategic and continuous investment of the
following is the hallmark of successful relationships and yield profits for all
stakeholders.
Organisations must first understand and recognise the need to adapt and invest in millennials before they follow ‘’best practice’’. They need to adapt, while appreciating a change of this scale will benefit the organisation.
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