April 13, 2017
Article on Career:
Monster and the global research firm TNS recently conducted Monster Multi-Generational Survey, in which over 2000 people from the four generations responded to what is important to them when it comes to jobs and careers.
A competitive salary was considered to be an important motivating factor among all four generations, but then the differences were more about what their priorities when it comes to jobs.
With these differences in mind, we talked with our career expert Vicki Salemi and asked her to tell how each generation can find their way in their career.
What they want:
Baby Boomers main priority is to find a stable and safe workplace (44% compared with 30% among the other generations), which may be due to more committed to retire later than the traditional way is common.
How they can get it:
If security is important to you, you work in an established company with a solid foundation. "Look for a company with a strong economy and a history of hiring and retaining older workers," says Salemi.
At the same time emphasizes Salemi you have to emphasize your previous experience on the CV, as well as your ability to adapt to the ever-changing job market. "Make sure to keep your skills up to date and adapted to the latest trends, techniques and skills in demand in the industry."
What they want:
Generation X knows what commitment is all about - anyway when it comes to their job. They believe that the security (39% compared with 36% among the other generations) and loyalty to their employer's incredibly important; probably most of all in the office. The study shows, however, that 35% of Generation X while looking for elements and things that make the job interesting and exciting.
How they can get it:
According Salemi suit this generation is best at medium-sized companies - rather than on a small startups where every penny counts and the security is less then you never know what's going on - that have shown that they do well even when the market is uncertain.
When you get to go on interview tips Salemi to be extra vigilant about leadership, corporate culture and job satisfaction among colleagues.
"Pray future colleagues - and especially your potential boss - to talk you through a project from beginning to end," she says. "How do you prefer the boss to hold and manage the project? Keep your ears open and listen for things that show the variety, creative freedom and the ability to put new ideas into effect - not against them. "
If you start to feel bored at work tips Salemi for you to set goals for yourself, and work to achieve them. "It could be anything from that you want to learn something new to become more familiar with another department at work. You should also take time to talk with your boss and discuss a potential promotion, and what then would be required of you.
What they want:
Millennials ranked paid vacation (60%) as more important than a competitive salary (54%) and thinks that flexible work options are important (37% compared with 33% among the other generations).
How they can get it:
Feels idea of working from home or have a beneficial health policy enticing? Then there are some things to keep in mind when applying for a job.
"To begin with, it may already be on flexible working in the job ad," says Salemi. "Ask the recruiter for this early in the interview process if it does not emerge and ask they tell us how they see the flexitime and options.
It is important to be a little cautious and choose their words carefully. You do not get a potential manager who initially are not so open to what you are asking to be hesitant about you. Therefore, it is an advantage to know what is important to you and what you really want.
In an interview, you can say something like; "This seems to be a really exciting challenge, but I would like to go over some things that are important to me first. Would it be okay to eg work from home two days a week? "
What they want:
Miss does not appear to hilarious Snapchat files: for Generation Z wants to be the one to rule the roost. In spite of this generation barely introduced to the labor market (77% of respondents plugs still) looking for the same kind of stability as the Baby Boomers. The study showed that Generation Z is actually the most money-driven (70%) and entrepreneurial generation where almost half (49% compared with 32% among the other generations) seeks to operate your own.
How they can get it:
Try to during the interview process, obtain information on how the entrepreneurial potential employer. You can ask questions such as: Where do ideas come from? What is your structure like? How are the teams structured? Are there internal career opportunities? (If not Salemi mean that it need not be a problem - in a newer and more flexible enterprises can often new team and positions show up on the way).
Another important thing to consider is to ensure that you will not only be offered the position to be innovative and creative, but you also get a guide, a mentor and a supportive environment to work in. Ask if they offer training and who in If so, would educate you.
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