Millennials make up about 25% of the U.S. population, but when it comes to defining them, you shouldn’t take a one size fits all approach. There are many different types of Millennials that you’ll encounter in the workplace. Here are 5 to look out for:
Travel Enthusiasts.
These Millennials want to see the world—just on a tight budget. They will take every opportunity that they find at work to travel on the company’s dime, whether it takes them to a beautiful European countryside or the middle of nowhere. Travel Enthusiasts love companies that offer employees the chance to work remotely because that gives them the freedom to work from wherever their next adventure takes them. If you ever need an employee who is willing to work from the road or take on a long-term assignment far away from home, the Travel Enthusiast is the one to ask.
The Exuberants.
This group of Millennials has a need to stay connected at all hours of the day. You’ll find them constantly checking their social media for new notifications or posing for another selfie that they can upload. However, don’t think of this group as a distracted bunch that won’t get any work done. When it comes to being creative and brainstorming social content for your company, the Exuberants are the perfect people to ask.
The Traditionalist.
Although the majority of Millennials are interested in breaking boundaries and shaking things up, the Traditionalists prefer to keep things the way that they’ve always been. This group is concerned about paying off student loans, saving to buy a home, and keeping the job that they have now instead of worrying about finding a new career. These will be the workers who most closely resemble the Baby Boomer generation. Traditionalists will work long hours, respect their superiors, and never miss a deadline, but don’t expect them to be too innovative at work.
The Achiever.
Have you ever met a Millennial who seems to have ample amounts of wisdom and experience? It may be hard to believe that Achievers are so young based on how much they’ve accomplished so early on in life. This group of Millennials are go-getters who constantly want to learn new skills, challenge themselves, and reach milestones earlier than most of their friends. These ambitious Millennials make great salespeople or wholesale distributors since they love working towards sales goals and competing with others in the workplace. Although it may be tempting to fill your office with Achievers, you should keep in mind that the constant need for challenges and stimulation means that this group gets bored with work fairly quickly. They may job hop over and over again, leaving each position after the newness wears off and they are no longer intrigued.
The Boss Babes.
Inspired by fictional characters such as Olivia Pope on Scandal or Claire Underwood on House of Cards, Boss Babes have big hopes and big dreams—and they’ll accomplish every single one of them. These female Millennials have been raised to believe that they can do whatever they set their minds to. They tend to prioritize work over love and friendships. Boss Babes believe that women can do anything that men can, and they’re out on a mission to make the rest of the world buy into it, too. These women will thrive in leadership positions, just make sure the employees on their team are prepared to put up with a boss who has high standards.
In Closing
Which types of Millennials do you encounter in the workplace? Millennials, do you see yourself in any of these descriptions? Tell us in the comments below!
