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KEYGroup Newsletter EZINE Archives January 21, 2010 [back to EZINE archive main page] Message from the President: Dr. Jan Ferri-Reed A significant part of that legacy rests upon Joanne’s deeply held conviction that employee creativity and innovation have a direct impact on the bottom-line. The KEYGroup team remains committed to delivering leadership development programs, consulting, assessments and keynotes that help our clients make that vital connection between employee engagement and profitability. And as we look forward to 2010 please accept the best wishes of the KEYGroup team for a happy, healthy and prosperous New Year! -- Until next time, Jan The Impending War for Talent A new Conference Board survey recently found that 55% of all employees are unhappy with their jobs. This is the lowest level researchers have seen in 22 years. No doubt some of the dissatisfaction can be traced in part to the challenging economic conditions of the past year. But upon digging deeper the Conference Board noted that: The greatest level of dissatisfaction was found among workers under the age of 25, who are members of Generation Y. (Source: “I Can’t Get No ... Job Satisfaction, That Is: America’s Unhappy Workers,” Research Report #1459-09-RR, The Conference Board, 1/5/2010. The fact that Millennial employees are expressing very high levels of frustration doesn’t bode well for employers, particularly as the recession may be easing. After all, 80 million well-educated, tech-savvy Millennials represent the future of most organizations, both as prospective employees and potential customers. But a workforce riddled with frustrated Millennials could lead to a loss of productivity, resulting in workplace dissension and costly turnover. Worse, as the economy gains strength these younger employees could be the first to jump ship looking for more satisfying employment. But as the battle to attract, hire or retain talented, promotable Millennials begins to heat up, many employers could find themselves unarmed! It’s always important to have the right tools to do the job, and every employer’s arsenal should include tested and validated assessments to guide hiring, training and promotion decisions. Armed with these instruments, leaders will be able to:
KEYGroup’s certified consultants, have access to the most sophisticated instruments available, and can employ powerful tools that will help you understand why your people think and behave the way they do. It’s much like having a window into an employee’s heart and mind. This may prove particularly valuable to supervisors with Millennial employees, who can often seem like a mystery and challenge. Plus, using validated instruments is an approach that is appealing to supervisors and employees alike. For line supervisors having the keys to employee motivation in their hands takes the guesswork out of employee motivation and communication. Employees, in turn, stand to gain a greater sense of job satisfaction and a better understanding of their role in the organization. And the organizations itself experiences increased productivity, reduced conflict and a positive impact on the bottom line. To lean more about how your organization can benefit by arming itself with valid and powerful assessment tools, visit http://www.keygroupconsulting.com/assessments.php or call 724-942-7900 Discover the Secret to Managing Talent Across the Generations Keeping The Millennials explores the cultural influences that shaped Generation Y and how managers need to capitalize on the younger generation's talents, education and skills. Readers will discover:
Click here to find out how to order Keeping the Millennials. In Memory of Our Founder: Joanne Genova Sujansky, Ph.D. CSP (Certified Speaking Professional) Dr. Joanne G. Sujansky, an internationally known consultant, speaker and author, was the founder of KEYGroup, a thriving firm that specializes in human resource consulting, speaking and personnel assessments. Over the course of her 35-year career Dr. Sujansky traveled the world inspiring organizational leaders to create dynamic, productive and rewarding workplaces.
Joanne authored or co-authored more than 14 books on leadership and change, including the Power of Partnering, The Keys to Conquering Change, and Training Games for Managing Change. Her most recent book, Keeping the Millennials with co-author Dr. Jan Ferri-Reed, was released by publisher John Wiley and Sons in June 2009. One of the leading consultants of her generation, Joanne G. Sujansky left behind a rich legacy, including KEYGroup an organization that continues to provide clients with state-of-the art services that create dynamic workplace environments. If you wish to post a tribute to Dr. Joanne G. Sujansky, click here. Follow us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/KEEPING-THE-MILLENNIALS/229968556620 All contents copyright 2008 by KEYGroup® Contents may not be reproduced without permission.
To learn more about how you can create a Vibrant Entrepreneurial Organization contact KEYGroup® at 724-942-7900 or visitour websites www.keygroupconsulting.com and www.joannesujansky.com.
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so many people, as well as a dynamic role model and leader. And, although we all mourn her passing, thanks to her vision and energy, KEYGroup is in a very strong position to carry her legacy forward.
Early in her career Joanne held management and director-level positions within several large organizations. In 1980 she founded the organization that was to grow into KEYGroup which today serves Fortune 500 and non-profit organizations around the world.