Leveraging Digital Natives: Millennials

Millennials are a hot topic in the HR world. As they become increasingly of the workforce, they are beginning to shape the way that companies do business. They have different expectations than previous generations, and they are not afraid to ask for what they want. They also expect employers to be flexible with scheduling, benefits, and other rewards.

So how can you make sure your company is ready for the millennial workforce? Read on for our top tips!

Millennials (people born between 1980 and 1996) are the largest generation in America, and they are changing the way businesses operate. They are also reshaping how we look at human resources management, as they bring a new set of expectations and behaviors to their jobs.

These trends are already having an impact on the HR industry, but they are just getting started. If you want your organization to stay competitive in the coming years, it is important to know what is going on with this demographic so that you can properly prepare for their arrival in the workplace.

These young people are on the forefront of change, and they bring a unique set of skills and expectations to the workplace. While some might argue that these changes are bad for business, they are an opportunity for human resources professionals to learn and adapt.

Millennials have been called "digital natives," meaning that they are comfortable with technology and use it for everything from communication to shopping. They want to work for companies that support their personal values, so if you want to attract millennials, make sure your company has a mission statement that reflects those values.

Millennials also value flexibility in their work schedules, so, if possible, consider implementing flexible hours or telecommuting opportunities so that your employees can take care of personal matters without having to take time off from work. This can help retain key talent who might otherwise leave because of unrelated life events like having children or caring for elderly parents.

Millennials are a unique group of employees—they grew up during an economic boom, have had access to technology since they were young, and are the first generation to have access to social media. This means they are used to living in an always-connected world where information is at their fingertips 24/7.

For many companies, this has led to a challenge: how can you keep your millennial workforce engaged? And for those who are not even sure what engagement means, here are some tips on how to stay ahead of the curve when it comes to millennials and their needs as workers:

• Focus on diversity and inclusion by creating an environment where everyone feels welcome no matter what their background is or who they love.
• Make sure that everyone has access to mentorship opportunities so they can learn from others within the company.
• Encourage employees to take breaks often throughout the day so they do not burnout from working too hard without taking time off.
• They want more flexibility in their work hours. This is a big one because millennials are used to working on their own time—and they want that same flexibility at work! While you may not be able to let them come in whenever they want or take off early when it is sunny outside (unless you are generous), there are ways you can give them more freedom in their schedules without making everyone else suffer for it: