The document discusses the job search experiences of millennials and how they coexist with different generations in the workforce. It explores millennials' traits, values, and the perceptions older generations have of them, highlighting generational differences and challenges. Key topics include expectations surrounding job flexibility, salary, and the need for guidance, suggesting ways for employers to effectively manage and engage millennial employees.

1. Millennials and the job search: Can different generations co-exist?Please take a card that represents your generation near the entrance. Not sure which… you get to decide.

2. Millennials and the job search: Can different generations co-exist?Sonja ArdoinFlorida State UniversityKatie LaneUniversity of North TexasRyan O’ConnellIndiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis

3. ContextWhy are we here?Job Search 2007

4. Bridge the gap between employees and employers

5. Constant conversationsObjectivesEnvironment for honest conversation

6. Share data and experiences

7. Create tools for success for both employees and employers

8. Identify and discuss characteristics of the next generation of professionals

9. Think critically about the job search

10. Inform professionals about current values and needs of millennialsWho’s here?Vets

11. Boomers

12. Xers

13. Millennials

14. Grads

15. New Professionals

16. Seasoned ProfessionalsWhere are we in our lives?Conventional WisdomProximity to loved ones is important to me.

17. Do you believe that Millennials are harder to employ?

18. Do you believe that Millennials are a hard working set of employees?

19. What was the most important factor in your first job search?

20. Salary

21. Proximity to loved ones

22. Region/City

23. Professional Development Opportunities

24. Opportunity for advancementDataMost common “other” response: “Job Fit”