1. Effective Recruitment, Retention Strategies
IRWA/AI Recruitment Succession Planning Panel
Dr. Tom

2. Four Generations of Employees 2009

3. Recruiting Xers Emphasize learning environment
Highlight project work and control
Expect to be cross examined
Focus on lifestyle balance
Emphasize schedule friendly

4. Recruiting Ys Emphasize web based information
Availability of telecommuting
Stress value added to society
Lower the notification speed bump
Emphasize mentoring arrangement

5. Orientation for Xers Use powerpoint presentations
Stress cutting edge activities
Provide access to peers
Describe training policies
Provide experiential opportunities

6. Orientation for Ys Focus on work processes and procedures
Use computer based presentation
Introduce mentor
Describe how to deal with difficult people
Use collaborative learning processes

7. Retaining Xers Job changing is a strategic imperative
“Sorry to interrupt, how am I doing?”
Promote based on performance
The more I learn, the more likely I am to stay
Schedule and worksite flexibility

8. Retaining Ys Provide digital dashboard feedback
Job changing is an expectation
Provide for success tasting
Provide continuous learning
Foster civic involvement opportunities

9. Acknowledge the Differences Don’t Compromise on Performance Expectations