It's not news that Millennials have a huge impact on the workplace. Already accounting for 50% of the workforce and set to make up nearly 75% by 2025, they're certainly not going anywhere. Companies today have to be prepared to meet the needs of Millennial employees. As workplace demographics continue to shift, workplace practices have to shift as well. Let’s explore some of the ways you can make your workplace more Millennial friendly.
Break the myth: it’s not about perks.
It’s not ping pong tables, catered lunches, or happy hours that keep Millennials at a company. These perks may draw them in, but most certainly won’t make them stay. The bottom line is that you have to have a good company culture that shows through in the workplace. The workplace should be a positive environment where employees feel a sense of camaraderie. That’s what keeps Millennials happy and continuing to work at your company. A good work environment beats out free stuff any day.
Avoid calling them ‘Millennials’.
With all the negativity surrounding the word Millennial, it’s no surprise this generation balks at being labeled as such. The label precedes them before they take the job and follows them around once they’re there. Many Millennials feel that they’ll be judged unfairly based on stereotypes rather than their actual work.