M I C H A E L E . PA R K E R

T H E 4 M Y T H S A B O U T MIL LENN IALS , & T H E K E Y S T O THE I R S U C C E S S

The truth is they value work-life balance.They work hard to land their job.Once they accomplish that, they don’t equate long working hours with working hard.Millennials like to be efficient at work and they are achievement oriented.The key

to connecting with the millennial population is to be flexible.Offer schedules and telecommunication options.

M Y T H # 1 : M I L L E N N I A L S A R E L A Z Y.

The truth is they value leadership.They should be encouraged to ask questions.They may be insecure in

applying their skills and they are asking questions because they want to glean from the mentorship and

work experiences.The key is to lead and guide.Establish mentorship programs, explain decisions and welcome

questions.

M Y T H # 2 : M I L L E N N I A L S L A C K R E S P E C T A N D S H O U L D N ’ T A S K S O M A N Y Q U E S T I O N S .

The truth is they need to be challenged.The world has drastically changed and what we are accustomed to, they do not share the same experiences.They process quickly and bore easily.They seek fast-paced growth rather than

slow advancement.The key is to give rewarding work.Allow them to solve real business challenges and provide small, frequent perks for meeting milestones.

M Y T H # 3 : M I L L E N N I A L S A R E N O T A S D R I V E N A S W E W E R E AT T H E I R A G E .

The truth is they want you to invest in their skills.Increased unemployment and high turnover rates

create instability.The key is to invest in their development.Show your commitment to millennials with

an organized multi-faceted development program.

M Y T H # 4 : M I L L E N N I A L S A R E N O T C O M M I T T E D .

If we take the time to implement these four keys we may tap into the hardest working, highly respectful, extremely

driven and committed workforce our history has ever seen!

Be Flexible

Lead & Guide

Give Rewarding Work

Invest in Their Development

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