Stamping out stereotypes!
Ok, I’ve had it with generational stereotypes! Every time I turn around it’s Gen Y is this or Gen X is that. I can’t take it anymore. Every generation is made up of millions of individuals, we shouldn’t be lumping them all into any one category or two or three. Granted there are trends within each generation, that’s inevitable, but when we allow these trends to become perception what we’ve really done is exclude the masses and we’ve discounted their value.
Uncle Sam wants Gen Y!
Actually the title of this post should be ‘Uncle Sam needs Gen Y’. As we all know, corporate America is facing an impending labor shortage, the same holds true in the government sector. From the IRS to the FBI our Uncle Sammy is hiring.
Some would say that Gen Y and government go together like Hilary Clinton and NASCAR, but hold on a moment. If what we read is true, that Gen Y wants to make a difference, that they value work/life balance, and want financial security, then government careers actually are a nice fit.
Career Launchpad: Career Orientation for College Graduates
Everywhere we look these days we hear or read something about Gen Y and how challenged they are when entering the workforce. From 60 Minutes to blogs to job boards, it appears that while Gen Y is the most educated generation ever and with more opportunities than any previous generation, they lack the fundamental skills to navigate today’s job market. Things such as resume development, networking, interviewing skills, and workplace etiquette are deficient in many of today’s college graduates. While they know what they don’t want, it appears many are unsure of what they do want or how to get there.
Their parents, dubbed ‘helicopter parents’, for their tendency to be overly involved in their children’s lives, are equally perplexed on how to ensure their children are successful. Certainly not for lack of desire. By all estimates, this generation and their parents are closer to each other than any previous generation.
On January 18 & 19, 2008 Career Launchpad will unveil a groundbreaking 2 day seminar to provide the skills and insights desperately needed by today’s college graduates and their parents to ensure success in the post-collegiate world. Debuting in Boston, MA, attendees will hear from senior corporate leadership on what it takes to be successful in today’s job market, graduates will hear from a seasoned recruiting panel on interviewing dos and don’ts, and parents will receive valuable info on how to mentor and guide their graduate. Sessions will include topics such as :’What corporate leaders want in a new employee, resume development, and behavioral interviewing.
I am excited to be a part of this revolutionary seminar, I think both graduates and their parents will find these sessions extremely valuable. If you, your graduate, or someone you know in the New England area would benefit from this type of course, I would encourage you to visit our website Career Launchpad or email me for more info.
Until next time…
