It’s no secret that cultivating a talented pool of future leaders is essential for an organization’s success. Yet, most struggle with the training and development of current leaders, much less planning for who’s next in the leadership chain. Add to it the challenge of training the younger generations, Millennials and Gen Z, who are used to learning in an entirely different way than traditional methods.
But don’t be fooled: Millennials and Gen Z value training and upskilling. In fact, it’s essential for their job satisfaction and willingness to stick around. One recent study found that 79% of Gen Z employees and 75% of Millennials said they’d actively look for a new job if their current employer didn’t offer upskilling opportunities.
That doesn’t mean that traditional, lengthy training sessions filled with PowerPoint presentations are going to cut it. These traits that define the younger generations are what they expect when it comes to learning:
- Digital Natives: Millennials and Gen Z grew up with technology and expect digital experiences in their learning.
- Purpose-Driven: They needs to understand the “why” behind training initiatives.
- Work-Life Balance: Millennials and Gen Z prioritize flexibility in when and how they learn.
- Feedback-Oriented: Regular performance feedback and recognition are crucial.
And the big one: time and efficiency. Millennials and Gen Z don’t want to spend hours in a classroom sitting and listening to a trainer. They do much better with shorter “bursts” of learning that fit training into their schedules without being overwhelming. That’s why Leah M Joppy and Associates has created Impact60, a series of 1-hour, highly focused, skills-based courses covering a variety of leadership topics. It’s an ideal way to start building your future pool of leaders while meeting them on their terms and expectations. Call us at 301-351-9523 or leah@lmja.com to receive course descriptions and pricing information.
