The Last of the Millennials
The Last of the Millennials
There’s much to value in the professionals of the near future, and CIOs should not delay in cultivating an environment that supports them.
Dollar-Minded
Nearly two out of five high school seniors feel they must make at least $100,000 a year to consider themselves successful, compared to just 23% of current workers who feel this way.
Proper Proportion
75% of these seniors said having good work-life balance is a defining factor of success, and 71% of current employees agree.
Positive Impression
78% believe that being able to make a positive impact on people’s lives is a defining factor of success, but only 47% of today’s professionals feel this way.
Aim High
54% say that “making a mark on this world” is a defining factor of success, compared to 22% of current workers who agree.
Set Schedule
Only 25% believe that work performance matters more than what time you show up at the office, as opposed to 33% of today’s employees who feel this way.
Acceptable Attire
70% feel that employees should be able to dress casually at work, and 74% of today’s workers agree.
Upward Trajectory
87% said that people should be promoted every two to three years if they’re doing a good job, but only 73% of current employees feel this way.
Time Investment
Only 16% believe that it’s OK to stay in a job for just a year or two before moving on to better things, and 15% of present-day workers agree.
Off-Limits
Just 13% feel that it’s acceptable to check a mobile device during a work meeting, compared to 21% of current employees who agree.
Office Update
66% said it’s fine to check into work matters on a device during a family activity, but just 52% of today’s professionals feel this way.