Gen Y Networking - Latest Comments

Re: #HAPPO Friday! Lessons in Reaching Out from PR

samira_farah — Sun, 22 May 2011 04:05:05 -0000

Hi Amy,

I loved your article. Personally I am AMAZED at this 'potential' intern attitude.

i had one question as a 2010 graduate, how do you suggest I reach out to PR mentors online? I'm finding I really could use the expertise of an older professional in my career at this stage.

Re: Points of View: Reading Recommendations

Kinsey — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 16:55:45 -0000

Awesome thank you for the reading advice Gina!

Kinsey Durham
Beyond Credentials Intern
durhamka.beyondcredentials.com

Re: Network While Showcasing Your Passion

Julia Heu — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 16:18:03 -0000

When you use the term "blog" there are a few connotations associated with it. I think the reason most people shy away from blogging is actually creating content. Perhaps starting off with something easier like Twitter or Tumblr can lead to blogging. You have to learn how to crawl before you can run.

Re: Is Gen Y as Entitled as Everyone Thinks?

Shannon Otto — Sun, 11 Jul 2010 13:44:22 -0000

You're right Julia; I'm also tired of generalizations. I know everyone is different, but he is depicted as slightly lazy. I feel like there may be better things he could do with his time than just sending out resumes to anonymous job listings. Thanks for the comment!

Re: Is Gen Y as Entitled as Everyone Thinks?

Shannon Otto — Sun, 11 Jul 2010 13:40:23 -0000

Thanks for responding, emilyjasper. I understand that everyone has a dream job — so do I! And I can appreciate someone feeling down if they can't get a job offer for a professional position. But this article was extremely frustrating to me. I think many in our generation don't understand the big picture, just like you said. Everyone has to start somewhere!

Re: Is Gen Y as Entitled as Everyone Thinks?

emilyjasper — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 16:59:33 -0000

I just saw this post, and I've been talking to others about how not only is it bad if there's a situation like you describe above, but if young employees can't even handle the tasks that are apparently so beneath them. While we shouldn't take just anything, people need to think about the big picture. Will an entry-level position here open doors? Are there opportunities for special projects or travel? I traveled more (and internationally) in my entry-level job than in my management. I wouldn't trade working in Geneva for anything. But it came with the entry-level job that I made sure to do my best at. Good post!

Re: Is Gen Y as Entitled as Everyone Thinks?

Julia Heu — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 16:55:43 -0000

Don't be so rough on him. He's really trying hard. He even has a back-up: bar-tending. I didn't realize bar-tenders were so lazy. That's what he is, LAZY! Not entitled, just pure lazy. So over these generalizations of "our generation".

Re: The Power of a Gen Y Woman

Amy — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 16:06:27 -0000

Hi Nicole, thanks for checking out GenYNetworking! I look forward to reading more from you as well! I think the power of a Gen Y woman is unstoppable, and employers need to understand her in a way that is so different from previous generations.

I hope to see more comments from you on the blog!

Re: The Power of a Gen Y Woman

Amy Liz — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 16:04:49 -0000

First of all, congrats on the flexible telecommuting lifestyle and thank you for sharing your thoughts! I totally agree with you that employers are beginning to realize it's importance more and more. We now live in the age of virtual assistants that can be 5 states away, if necessary. I hope employers continue to use this as a perk to working with their company, because I feel that many Gen Y women would appreciate it!

Re: The Power of a Gen Y Woman

Shannon Otto — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 10:11:34 -0000

I think many companies are becoming more savvy to telecommuting and the allure that it holds. Depending on your job duties, it's relatively easy to work from home (or another city, for that matter) in 2010 and moving forward. Starting next week, I'll be working remotely (based in New York working for my current employer, which is in Atlanta). Gen Y wants more flexibility and work/life balance, and I think employers are realizing they can give them that, otherwise they'll lose talent.

Re: The Power of a Gen Y Woman

nicolecrimaldi — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 10:11:04 -0000

Hi Amy!

Thanks so much for linking back to my post. I've become fascinated by this "breed" of women that us Gen Y women are and how marketers are reaching us. I agree that too many marketers (and employers!) apply a "one size fits all" approach. Overall, I think the one thing most Gen Y women can agree on is that we value flexibility above most other things.

Looking forward to reading more of your blog!

Nicole

Re: Points of View: Reading Recommendations

emilyjasper — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 10:20:15 -0000

Thanks for including my posts this week! Have a good one!

Re: To Be Employed or Not To Be Employed, That Is the Question

ginabericchia — Thu, 10 Jun 2010 13:11:58 -0000

Amy,

As a recent grad, I believe having a job, working toward your goals and gaining experience, is better than having no job at all. Recent grads might THINK they know what their "dream job" is, but if they keep holding out and never try anything else... well, that seems like a huge missed opportunity to find something else they might really love doing, but have never tried before as very young professionals.

I believe employers who are the most Gen Y "savvy" will attract and retain the best talent of the class of 2010. Offer as much as you can (Not necessarily monetary - be a mentor, provide professional development opportunities, offer frequent feedback, etc.). Just because we are searching for our fulfilling "dream jobs" doesn't mean we wouldn't love and be dedicate to working for you. :)

Re: What Did You Just Ask? Interviewing Gen Y

Scott Span, MSOD — Tue, 08 Jun 2010 17:37:58 -0000

Sure Amy, happy to comment. I agree that various generations have different communication styles, and that of Gen Y tends to be more blunt and more personal. In an interview we (Gen Y) want to get a sense of the culture, and the personalities of those we will be working with. Standard generic questions will make us glaze over with the "...here we go again..." look. Engage us and intrigue us in the interview, and assuming an offer is made and we accept, we're likely to be engaged employees from day one.

Re: Found It Online…Now What?

Leena Chugh — Wed, 02 Jun 2010 10:38:38 -0000

What a wonderful thought; translating online relationships to offline ones will complete the loop.

Re: Found It Online…Now What?

Cheryl Harrison — Wed, 02 Jun 2010 10:15:47 -0000

Hey thanks for the FastFriends shoutout! And it's SO much easier to meet people you met from Twitter than strike up a conversation with a stranger. Almost all of my best friends and professional contacts at this point originated in the Twitterverse :)

Re: Advice Gen Y is Sick of Hearing

ginabericchia — Tue, 01 Jun 2010 19:59:02 -0000

Thanks for your comment, Lizzie.

I love this. > "Is it me, or does it always seem that the people who have the most advice to give Gen Y aren't people you'd want to model your career after anyway?" I have been given great advice from professionals, but sometimes it just sounds so generic and yes, occasionally I take notes on what not to do. :)

Re: Advice Gen Y is Sick of Hearing

ginabericchia — Tue, 01 Jun 2010 19:57:41 -0000

Thanks for your comment, Joette. I'll speak up for our generation anytime - that's what I'm here for. :)

Re: Advice Gen Y is Sick of Hearing

ginabericchia — Tue, 01 Jun 2010 19:55:21 -0000

Thanks so much for adding to this list, Jill. I concur.

Re: Advice Gen Y Should Hear: The Employer Perspective

Gina Bericchia — Tue, 01 Jun 2010 19:51:52 -0000

Amy,

Thank you so much for finding concrete advice from employers. I'm glad so many are able to offer thoughtful advice.

I think the phrases I heard are just ones that get overused, but the intentions of giving good advice from employers/mentors are there.

Thanks again!

Re: Advice Gen Y is Sick of Hearing

Joette Andrews — Wed, 26 May 2010 12:20:32 -0000

You are dead-on with your post! Professionals are constantly offering the same advice and at this point, college students who are serious about their career have caught on. You make a great point about Facebook - those posting crude or questionable things on their pages are doing it for a reason so that others will see it. I wish that professionals shared more about online etiquette and how to properly use tools such as Twitter and Blogs. Thank you for speaking up for our generation! :-)

Re: Advice Gen Y is Sick of Hearing

Jill — Wed, 26 May 2010 12:00:35 -0000

Great list! Here are some other ones I could do without:

- Network. No one ever qualifies this, and as you said about Facebook, if we don't know this, we never will.
- Engage on social media! Another no-brainer that fails to address anything important.
- You need a video resume/visual resume/whatever new fad. No, I don't. I need LinkedIn, or maybe a personal website.

Re: Advice Gen Y is Sick of Hearing

Lizzie — Wed, 26 May 2010 11:53:52 -0000

"Instead of giving generic advice, offer to be one of the people who review their resume for them" Couldn't agree more.

Is it me, or does it always seem that the people who have the most advice to give Gen Y aren't people you'd want to model your career after anyway?

It's really getting to be too much with the advice, and I find myself over-thinking everything from the constant stream of "Gen Y is this, Gen Y is that..." My mind automatically now goes, "I don't wanna do that, that's typical Gen Y..." But really, some of those traits they hate about us are what make us awesome employees.

Re: Show Your Skills

Anthony C — Mon, 24 May 2010 15:14:32 -0000

Other: People that only stay within their own group. It's hard enough going to a networking event alone (so I understand the need for a group), but trying to talk to a group that is only there to talk amongst themselves is even more daunting.

Re: Motivation is Key: Insight from Melanie Spring, Sisarina

Kapil Poojari — Fri, 21 May 2010 09:33:23 -0000

Amy, Great insights coming out of this interview. I agree with all the answers Melanie has given.
All the myths about Gen Y have been clarified through this interview. I think the organisations need to understand their needs, approach and collaborative style of working. Technology and Tools can always be used to make this happen. But other than this we need to ask a question that is Are the organisations ready for Gen Y ? http://www.vineetnayar.com/jac...