A lot of the things we talk about the Generation Y wanting are in complete harmony with what the boomers want in order to stay. |
If they have a voice, they make a difference, they're learning, and it's a worthwhile contribution both to their own skill sets and contribution to the company, workers will want to stay on board. |
Nobody wants to ask Joe when he might be retiring. It's the elephant in the room, and no one wants to speak up first. |
The image of manufacturing is unattractive to younger generations. In the past you expected people who needed a job to feed their family would show up, and you would have plenty of people to select from. It's not so anymore. |