Comments on: Weigh In: Does Generation Y Want a New Work Environment? http://millennialleaders.com/blog/2008/10/weigh-in-does-generation-y-want-a-new-work-environment/ How to Recruit, Retain, Lead and Market to Generation Y Mon, 24 Aug 2009 22:28:02 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.1 hourly 1 By: Andrew Mawson @ Advanced Workplace Associates http://millennialleaders.com/blog/2008/10/weigh-in-does-generation-y-want-a-new-work-environment/comment-page-1/#comment-256 Andrew Mawson @ Advanced Workplace Associates Thu, 06 Nov 2008 08:34:48 +0000 http://www.millennialleaders.com/blog/weigh-in-does-generation-y-want-a-new-work-environment#comment-256 Agree with all thats been said. It's not reallyt about Gen X,Y or Z..... it's about creating an environment with a variety of settings/styles to suit the type of activity being done and then letting people choose. Not only do you create better workplaces that way that let people do theoir best work, but you also make much better use of very poorly used space. Most desks in a traditional office are only used 50% of the time they are available. If you are interested in more stuff on the Workplace have a look at http://www.workplacetv.com Agree with all thats been said. It’s not reallyt about Gen X,Y or Z….. it’s about creating an environment with a variety of settings/styles to suit the type of activity being done and then letting people choose. Not only do you create better workplaces that way that let people do theoir best work, but you also make much better use of very poorly used space. Most desks in a traditional office are only used 50% of the time they are available.

If you are interested in more stuff on the Workplace have a look at http://www.workplacetv.com

]]> By: Erin http://millennialleaders.com/blog/2008/10/weigh-in-does-generation-y-want-a-new-work-environment/comment-page-1/#comment-257 Erin Wed, 29 Oct 2008 19:59:58 +0000 http://www.millennialleaders.com/blog/weigh-in-does-generation-y-want-a-new-work-environment#comment-257 I agree that it depends on individual preferences. Everyone at my place of employement has their own office. So, while our creative director likes to blast his hippie music, I have my own office where I can work in quiet. There is also a common space with comfy chairs which is great for internal meetings, brainstorms and socializing. Creating a corporate culture that fits individual needs and working styles is key! I agree that it depends on individual preferences. Everyone at my place of employement has their own office. So, while our creative director likes to blast his hippie music, I have my own office where I can work in quiet. There is also a common space with comfy chairs which is great for internal meetings, brainstorms and socializing. Creating a corporate culture that fits individual needs and working styles is key!

]]> By: Chris Ferdinandi @ Manager's Sandbox http://millennialleaders.com/blog/2008/10/weigh-in-does-generation-y-want-a-new-work-environment/comment-page-1/#comment-253 Chris Ferdinandi @ Manager's Sandbox Wed, 29 Oct 2008 18:30:17 +0000 http://www.millennialleaders.com/blog/weigh-in-does-generation-y-want-a-new-work-environment#comment-253 I think Ryan really nailed it here - we all work best in different atmospheres. I love his college analogy (one that I've used before myself). Some people work best at 2 am in front of the TV with a box of pizza, while others do their best in a quite library in the afternoon. To each their own! - Chris I think Ryan really nailed it here – we all work best in different atmospheres. I love his college analogy (one that I’ve used before myself). Some people work best at 2 am in front of the TV with a box of pizza, while others do their best in a quite library in the afternoon. To each their own!

- Chris

]]> By: Greg Rollett http://millennialleaders.com/blog/2008/10/weigh-in-does-generation-y-want-a-new-work-environment/comment-page-1/#comment-255 Greg Rollett Wed, 29 Oct 2008 17:38:24 +0000 http://www.millennialleaders.com/blog/weigh-in-does-generation-y-want-a-new-work-environment#comment-255 I think it goes beyond the atmosphere and into the culture. Essentially the culture creates the atmosphere. At Endagon Innovations, we have an open floor, open door and open phone policy. We also have all of our employees buy into our beliefs and culture. Having everyone on board and focused on the big picture mission help us get things accomplished much more efficiently. When you create a culture that your team members believe in, it makes the environment you work in levels better. If I believe in the culture I don't mind wearing the suit, because I understand why I am wearing it as opposed to that's the rule and you need to live by it. The time for excuses are over. Companies need to realize that the future of business lies in trust and communication. I think it goes beyond the atmosphere and into the culture. Essentially the culture creates the atmosphere. At Endagon Innovations, we have an open floor, open door and open phone policy. We also have all of our employees buy into our beliefs and culture. Having everyone on board and focused on the big picture mission help us get things accomplished much more efficiently.

When you create a culture that your team members believe in, it makes the environment you work in levels better. If I believe in the culture I don’t mind wearing the suit, because I understand why I am wearing it as opposed to that’s the rule and you need to live by it.

The time for excuses are over. Companies need to realize that the future of business lies in trust and communication.

]]> By: theo geer http://millennialleaders.com/blog/2008/10/weigh-in-does-generation-y-want-a-new-work-environment/comment-page-1/#comment-254 theo geer Wed, 29 Oct 2008 14:34:30 +0000 http://www.millennialleaders.com/blog/weigh-in-does-generation-y-want-a-new-work-environment#comment-254 Ryan has the right idea here. We all have our own preferences and quirks. I'm one of those people that generally need some noise and activity around me to get things done. My one condition is that that noise and activity can't actively concern me. Someone trying to talk to me, or interrupting me every few minutes will ruin my focus. But a restaurant or coffee-shop feel to the atmosphere, or relatively loud music, or lots of conversation are great for me. The simple answer is Yes. We do want a new work environment. But the new environment we want is the flexibility to be comfortable and be ourselves and get things done. Ryan has the right idea here. We all have our own preferences and quirks. I’m one of those people that generally need some noise and activity around me to get things done. My one condition is that that noise and activity can’t actively concern me. Someone trying to talk to me, or interrupting me every few minutes will ruin my focus. But a restaurant or coffee-shop feel to the atmosphere, or relatively loud music, or lots of conversation are great for me.

The simple answer is Yes. We do want a new work environment. But the new environment we want is the flexibility to be comfortable and be ourselves and get things done.

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