Any company that hopes to fill vacancies quickly, staff according to strategic objectives, and attract the top talent available must understand what the modern employee is looking for. The obvious answer is generous compensation and a fair benefits package, but is this enough to attract the best and brightest?
Research suggests that today’s employees are looking for more, and they are willing to turn down a job offer if they don’t get what they want. Enhance your recruitment efforts and retention strategies by working these elements into the way you run your business.
The Opportunity to Earn a Raise or Promotion
Traditionally, raises and promotions have only been given out when asked for, or according to an arbitrary timeline. This is both frustrating for the employee, and sometimes unfair. Modern employees want to be given metrics to meet in order to enhance their position, and the freedom to pursue those metrics according to their personal career objectives.
A Better Balance Between Work and Life
Employees are no longer measured by how late they work or how often they come in on weekends. Even the hardest workers and top performers want to maintain a balance between work and life. Employers can promote this balance by offering work-from-home options, flex time, extended maternity and paternity leave, and less rigid scheduling.
Technologies that Work for 2015
Working on an old computer with outdated software and in a space filled with broken office machines wears on anyone. Today’s employees are fed up with this frustration, and they want to know that they have all the tech tools available to be efficient, productive, and innovative.
The Ability to Get Organized
It’s up to the employee to get themselves organized, but you can help as their employer. Try and cut down on useless memos, unnecessary emails, and reams of documentation that don’t really matter. If you make an effort not to overload your employees with information, or to present that information in a more efficient and digestible fashion, you empower them to find the organization strategies that work for them.
Chances to Go Back to School
Continuing education is important for both personal and professional development. And with it being so easy to fit education into a busy schedule, working adults are increasingly looking for ways to get back in class. Make it easy on your workforce by building some flexibility into your scheduling, and consider offering tuition reimbursement or other incentives to employees who show the initiative to learn more.
Managing your workforce is much easier when you understand what they actually want. Discover more insights by working with the team at The Squires Group. For 20 years, our team of skilled recruiters has assisted in the growth and development of countless workforces. Contact us today for more information on the benefits of partnering with our team as you work to grow yours.
