Feb 28 2024 21 mins
In this thought-provoking episode, Wendy Sellers and JC, our hosts, engage in a frank discussion with Rae, a young millennial worker (borderline Gen Z)and digital advertising expert. This conversation explores the changing expectations and aspirations of millennials within their work environment. It highlights the influence of world events, online dialogues and personal experiences on these evolving perspectives.
Rae provides insightful thoughts on the generational shift in work expectations, emphasizing the urgent need for employers to understand and adapt. Using real-time data sharing, the hosts' expertise, humor, and personal experiences, they delve into key economic realities affecting the workforce, which includes housing market trends and layoffs.
This episode serves as a valuable resource for business owners, HR teams, and operational managers trying to understand the developing work paradigms of younger generations. Rae discusses the delicate balance between personal life and work, the significance of remote working, opportunities for professional development, and their expectations for the company's management and HR team.
Rae expresses their apprehension about companies prioritizing profit over their workforce, especially in the wake of the pandemic. Their insights into company culture, professional development, and transparent feedback mechanisms provide listeners with a unique perspective on the evolving workplace dynamics.
The episode ends with a call to action for listeners, primarily HR professionals, to consider Rae's insights in their decision-making processes. The value of transparent communication, work-life balance, and professional growth opportunities are underlined as crucial factors in cultivating a healthier and more productive work environment.
FYI: The guests name was changed for confidentiality purposes, as well as fear of retribution, which is very sad yet another reality of todays world.