As millennials have become a large part of the workforce, those
of us in leadership positions are discovering new management
strategies. For both succession planning and to create a work
culture that keeps younger talent engaged, here are four key ways
to ensure your millennial employees are ready for the future.
1. Make yourself approachable
This is not just about taking the time to meet with employees,
but creating a positive atmosphere that makes them feel they can
approach you as a mentor – as well as a manager. A key
element to approachability is being able to have open and
constructive dialogue when perspectives differ. At my office, we
work to make sure that staff is comfortable sitting with us and
talking about their concerns. If your employees are afraid to ask
questions or speak their minds, you will be deprived of their
valuable perspectives and they won't feel they have a
voice.
