As baby-boomers start retiring, many companies in Houston, Texas – and beyond – may begin experiencing a shortage in qualified employees. More and more, they’ll need to look to Generation Y (those in their 20s and early 30s) to fill the talent gap. But these young professionals are looking for different things in an employer than previous generations. So what are they?

Career advancement

Today’s young professionals want someone to help guide them through the beginning years of their careers. They want to be coached or mentored. They also want feedback on their strengths and areas that need improvement.

Flexible schedule

Obviously, competitive pay is important to every worker. But Generation Y professionals also place a lot of value on a healthy work-life balance. So offering perks such as flex time or the ability to work from home a certain number of days a week will go a long way in attracting these young professionals.

High-tech environment

Many of these young professionals are tech savvy, having grown up with the Internet. And they value access to state-of-the-art technology in their work environment.

Challenging assignments

One of the primary reasons Generation Y’ers leave their jobs is due to boredom. So keep them interested by offering more challenging assignments and added responsibility.

Opportunities to give back

Many young professionals want to make a difference. So by offering an opportunity to give back, such as through a corporate volunteer program, you’ll have an edge when it comes to attracting this generation of workers.

Relaxed work culture

These young professionals generally gravitate to work cultures that are more laid back, rather than formal or corporate. Businesses that have an atmosphere of teamwork and that are family friendly are typically more attractive to Gen Y’ers.

And if you need some help attracting new recruits to your company, please contact Murray Resources. As a leading staffing firm in Houston, Texas, our top priority is delivering exceptional job candidates. Contact us today to learn more.