Yesterday we heard from Genevieve Carlton of Caliper on how to keep Millennials engaged and on board. Today we will discuss more from her on the topic.
by Genevieve Carlton, Talent Management Consultant, Caliper
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The 2nd rule of engagement: Find the right fit!
With any open position, you must make sure that you have the right fit for your organization and that your organization is the right fit with the employee. By utilizing the insights from a personality assessment, like the Caliper Profile, you will be able to see immediately if a candidate’s personality will work effectively with the open role. When personality and job requirements mesh well, your employee will feel more engaged and more willing to contribute over the long term if the role plays to his or her strengths and interests.
The 3rd rule is the charm: Maximize their strengths
Finding the right fit and playing to their motivations is just a piece of what will help you retain Millennial talent. Providing opportunities to leverage their strengths in the current role as well as providing stretch assignments down the road will allow them to flex their workplace muscles and further contribute in a greater capacity.
Millennials tend to want reinforcement, and they want to know that they can grow with your company. So, use their strengths in work groups, give them special assignments, and show that you are truly interested in their career progression.
Although much of what we hear in the media about the large Millennial generation may seem daunting, it really can become a positive for your company. This group has talents to contribute. They are technologically savvy, they are looking for meaningful work, and they have the motivation to succeed—quickly. Providing special opportunities and being open to their motivations will help you leverage their abilities and provide a diverse work environment from which to grow.
In her role as a talent management consultant, Genevieve Carlton consults with clients in private industry, government, and higher education.