Attracting Gen Y Thru Technology May 1-2, 2009 Sheridan, Wyoming presented by Michael Fox, Van Johnson, Linda Lindsey, Tim O’Donoghue, Jerimiah Rieman, Juliette Rule, Doreen Schaar, Linda Witko
Are you relevant?
Who is Gen Y? Born Today they are 27 percent of American population Ethnically diverse Tech savvy Never known life without technology Grew up with Facebook, MySpace, IM, iPod
Gen Y in School, Life 100 % of American schools have Internet access 1 computer for every four students 75 percent of teens (15-17 years) have cell phones -Don Tapscott, “Grown Up Digital”
Friend Us on Facebook Resource for employers Attract Gen Y using technology Primers on Social Media Search “Attracting Gen Y Thru Technology” on Facebook
Attract/Retain Gen Y 1.Offer Competitive Salary, Benefits 2.Allow Use of Technology at Work 3.Promote Flexible Work Schedule 4.Create Social Interaction at Work 5.Remember Work is Fun for Gen Y 6.Adopt “Green” Approach for the Office
Facebook Developer-tailor FB for your needs Doreen… Google Groups-keep everyone in the loop Jerimiah… Twitter-have fun or market a product Juliette… Skype/Webcam-interview candidates for free Michael… Goog 411-throw out your phone book Linda… Choose It/Text Us/Vote for 3