Is It Necessary to Develop New Performance Motivation and Training Techniques in Response to the Entrance of Generation Y to the Workforce?

Authors

Jeffrey A. King, University of Rhode Island

Document Type

Seminar Paper

Date of Original Version

2005

Abstract

The distinct work habits and expectations of Generation Y have been a popular topic in literature and corporate seminars, spawning a school of thought that particular human resource strategies should be designed to maximize the potential of this newest generation. Critical analysis raises questions regarding the advisability of adapting performance motivation and training approaches strictly based upon the birth cohort of this newest, significantly large generation entering the American workforce.