Millennials and Our Future

Millennials are now seen as the largest workforce within the workplace. Most Millennials are the children of Baby Boomers, which had been seen as the largest generation for decades. Many believe that the generation of Millennials are 'bratty' or 'self-centered', but new research has been steering away from such terms.

Nowadays this generation is seen to be the innovative generation. Think about it. Social Media platforms over the past 10 years have been the brainchild of the top end of Millennials. More research is showing this generation will continue to expand the boundaries and rules we typically think of when we think of workplace dynamics.

I found this info-graphic to be very interesting, since the majority of my one-on-one coaching clients are Millennials looking to find a better balance between work life, social life, and family life. Several of my clients are looking to find innovative companies to work at that will challenge that to be better humans both inside the office and outside the office. My clients want to know that their work is valued, their skills are valued, and their humanity is valued as well.

One of my clients sent me this info-graphic and I found it be very insightful. It ties nicely with the other info-graphic that is part of this article. The year 2020 is just 2 short years away and this generation will make up 50% of the workforce! Working alongside them will be more common than it is. As my one-on-one coaching clients continue to be in this generation, I am thankful that they open my eyes to how workplaces will be in the future.

Another aspect of this generation and workplace is how often they decide to work for themselves. They immerse themselves into the workplace only to find that they are too keen on the 9-to-5 mindset. They also are more open to new opportunities. Parts of this generation also tend to trust only themselves with finances, so going into business for themselves is also seen often. Finally, this generation wants to truly change the world. They want to make an impact on the world .... from their backyard to their neighborhood to their city to their state. This generation thinks local to expand global.

As 2018 continues to present new opportunities to this generation, I am excited to see what they do with all this new wonder. My one-on-one coaching clients continue to keep me on my toes and help me better understand how to guide them to chase their dreams and fall among the stars. If you are Millennial and are in a transitional state within your career path, please reach out to me. I can help you find the best path for your goals, dreams, and heart.