Generation Y - Born after 1980s

Characteristics: 

Need flexibility,remote work & remain connected 24/7. Prefer work life balance. Confident & achievement oriented. Prefer e-Learning, webminars than traditional lectures.

Motivations:
Team-orientated environment, frequent communication, reassurance,praises & immediate feed backs. Liked to be included & involved. Tech-savvy, optimistic,creative. Enjoy efficiency using multiple technologies. Impatient with career growth.

Preferred Management style & Work environment:

Appreciate Fun at work. Incorporate humour & games into work activities. Not afraid to question authority. Prefer mentor over boss. High expectation from mentor over boss.  High expectation from employers. Multi-taskers. Prefer communication through email and text over face to face interaction.

*~*~*From HRM Magazine, July'10 issue*~*~*