Understanding millennials (2 somethings) and how to develop their talents.

1. COACHING MILLENNIALS

2. ☯ Millennials
• They feel special and needed.
• But can be spoiled and conceited.
• They own the world of technology.
• But expect instant and easy results.
• They love teams.
• But may not act outside their clique.
• They are the focus of their parents.
• But may have trouble with reality.
• They are high on tolerance.
• But often lack absolute values.

3. ☯ Millennials
• They had it fairly easy.
• May lack stamina to finish.
• Catch on to new ideas quickly.
• Struggle with long-term commitment.
• Like to multi-task.
• Often can focus and are inefficient.
• Have a bias for action/interaction.
• May be impatient to sit and listen.
• Want to be the best.
• Depressed when they are not.

4. ☯ Millennials
• Plan to live life with a purpose.
• Often neglect tasks which seem trivial.
• Are confident and assertive.
• Can come across as careless and rude.
• They hunger to change to world.
• Anticipate doing it “this week.”
• Have gotten ribbons for showing up.
• May require constant praise.

5. Why MillennialsQuit…
• They live in a fast paced world—they are not
used to slow results.
• There are more options today—eye candy is
everywhere to distract.
• They grow in front of screens—
entertainment is omni-present.
• Parents may inadvertently prioritize
happiness over character.
• Boredom is a top culprit, they avoid it like the
plague.

6. ☯ Summary ☯
• …believe they can do great things…but can
be idealistic.
• …want to act now…but can be impatient
when results take too long.
• …love interaction…but may avoid action if
acting alone.
• …want to explore the future…but can be
paralyzed with too many options.
Source: Tim Elmore blog
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7. Solutions
• Not all Millennials fit the stereotype—hire
carefully to fit your unique culture.
• Coaching Leadership (Style II)—get in early and
stay longer.
• Provide frequent feedback.
• Do informal reviews weekly the first month and
formal reviews quarterly the first year.