As the Boomers retire from the workforce, Strategic Employers must rely more and more on the upcoming generations. Both Generation X and the Millennials value work and
work/life issues very differently than their Boomer managers. There are also much fewer of them willing to devote the same degree of corporate loyalty as does the Boomer and
the Veteran generation.
One easy, inexpensive, and smart move Strategic Employers can make is to appeal to these generations in a way that motivates them to stay. Employee Empowerment is valued by
both of these generations, but not in the same way it was used to influence and generally coerce their predecessors. If you truly want your employees to be empowered, and enjoy the benefits of an empowered workforce, you should begin with these ten principles:
1) Show that you really do value them.
2) Don’t keep your Vision a secret, tell them about it.
3) Let them know your company’s, your group’s, or your team’s objectives.
4) Give them the information they need to make good decisions.
5) Show your trust and believe in their ability to do the right things.
Next week I’ll add the other five…
