Research Methodology

Questionnaire with Gen X &Y

Case studies

Structured Interview with Gen X and Y

If Given following 2 employment options which one would you choose ?

Higher salary in exchange for a less comprehensi ve benefit plan with less opportunity for flexible or alternative

Lower salary in exchange for a more comprehensi ve benefit plan with More opportunity for flexible

What motivates you to come to office ?

If you have to go to unknown place, how would you find out the path ?

15%

By Asking people 33%

85%

Challenging work and salary Salary and Fun

Using google Map 67%

How long do you anticipate it will take you to be promoted?

How often do you expect feedback for your performance ?

No Promotion

7% Quarterly
3 or More than 3 year

38%

Daily or monthly 55%

Yearly

Between 1 -3 year

Would you like to stay in your organization for entire career ?

Which option would you choose ?

I dont like anyones interference while performing my job

20%
22%

80%
78%

No

Yes

I always appreciate direction by someone in the majority of your job duties.

Key Drivers

Gen Y Expectation Provide flexible work options or amenity-rich work environments. Dont restrict social media access; embrace it for business use.

Employee Empowerment

Development

Organization should be development focused. Create a career path within the organization

Manager Relationships

Give us more regular and higher quality feedback. Provide mentorship opportunities.

Rewards & Recognition

Customize rewards and recognition.

Pay and Recognition

Merit and result based recognition for all employees

Formal programs that links pay to performance

Incentives programs in addition to recognition

0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40

Work Life Balance

Attire flexibility

Company Socials ( bring your kids to work)

Flexibility in work Schedules

27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36

Communications
Regular communication about Companies mission and values Opportunities for employees to participate in Business decision

Use of Social Media at workplace

0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40

Career Development
Training for managers about how to give feedback and coaching Job Rotation programs/Lateral career path Formal/Informal mentoring programs Opportunities to learn on the job

10

20

30

40

Challenges for Managers

The generations have different perspectives on issues like work ethic, leadership, and authority. These differences, though subtle, can cause conflict, frustration, and misunderstanding if not managed well.

Preferred method of communication

Gen X

Gen Y

Motivators
Creativity, Appreciation, being valued and work life balance

Security

 Competent direct & straight forward Genuine Supportive of training and growth opportunities

Achievementoriented Educational and know their personal goals Motivational Collaborative Comfortable coaching and supporting them Positive and create a reasonable structure

Expectation

Expectation

Attire

Best Practice
Workplace Culture Employee Retention Benefit Options Compensation Training & Development

Google Accolades

1 on Fortunes Best Places to Work 1 on Undergrads 25 Most Wanted Employers MBA survey- top Employers Business weeks most innovative Companies Financial Times Best places to work in the US Business weeks Best places to Launch a career

Balancing Work and Life

Tangible Benefits / Perks

Sense of meaning to its employees

Stock option /Part time work for its professionals

Strong Emphasis on Career and Leadership Development

Creating Structures that Increase Collaboration and Engagement

Maximize WorkLife Integration with Wellness and Flexible Work Options

Continually Communicating the Big Picture

CISCO

Leveraging the Benefits of Social Networking Tools

Flexibility
Open communication

Career Path

Access to technology Training

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