Comments on: Three workplace weaknesses that are really Gen Y strengths http://modite.com/blog/2007/08/06/three-workplace-weaknesses-that-are-really-gen-y-strengths/ Engagement for the next generation Wed, 07 Jan 2009 07:46:30 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.3.3 By: Modite by Rebecca Thorman - Why Generation Y should job-hop, even in the recession http://modite.com/blog/2007/08/06/three-workplace-weaknesses-that-are-really-gen-y-strengths/#comment-205435 Modite by Rebecca Thorman - Why Generation Y should job-hop, even in the recession Wed, 07 Jan 2009 05:18:46 +0000 http://modite.com/blog/2007/08/06/three-workplace-weaknesses-that-are-really-gen-y-strengths/#comment-205435 [...] If you value an open, collaborative approach, that shouldn’t change when times get tough. Especially when Gen Y values are so beneficial to everyone. [...] […] If you value an open, collaborative approach, that shouldn’t change when times get tough. Especially when Gen Y values are so beneficial to everyone. […]

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]]> By: 10 New Reasons I (Really) Like The Blogosphere : TerryStarbucker.com http://modite.com/blog/2007/08/06/three-workplace-weaknesses-that-are-really-gen-y-strengths/#comment-16814 10 New Reasons I (Really) Like The Blogosphere : TerryStarbucker.com Sat, 22 Dec 2007 21:25:24 +0000 http://modite.com/blog/2007/08/06/three-workplace-weaknesses-that-are-really-gen-y-strengths/#comment-16814 [...] Ever wonder what it’s like these days for “Gen Y-ers” as they take their shot at changing the world? Look no further than a Modite, an excellent blog by Rebecca Thorman. Look at the post “Three workplace weaknesses that are really Gen Y strengths” and you’ll see what I mean. [...] […] Ever wonder what it’s like these days for “Gen Y-ers” as they take their shot at changing the world? Look no further than a Modite, an excellent blog by Rebecca Thorman. Look at the post “Three workplace weaknesses that are really Gen Y strengths” and you’ll see what I mean. […]

]]> By: Oh look I made a speling misatke « Dear Jane Sample http://modite.com/blog/2007/08/06/three-workplace-weaknesses-that-are-really-gen-y-strengths/#comment-11951 Oh look I made a speling misatke « Dear Jane Sample Tue, 04 Dec 2007 01:07:28 +0000 http://modite.com/blog/2007/08/06/three-workplace-weaknesses-that-are-really-gen-y-strengths/#comment-11951 [...] I am however happy to see that there are people out there that think just like me. Rebecca Thorman at Modite, wrote a post called Three workplace weaknesses that are really Gen Y strenghts. Finally some sanity!! Why should I feel bad that I am impatient, feel entitled to a promotion and don’t feel any particular loyalty to my employer? These are the same qualities that got me this job in the first place. [...] […] I am however happy to see that there are people out there that think just like me. Rebecca Thorman at Modite, wrote a post called Three workplace weaknesses that are really Gen Y strenghts. Finally some sanity!! Why should I feel bad that I am impatient, feel entitled to a promotion and don’t feel any particular loyalty to my employer? These are the same qualities that got me this job in the first place. […]

]]> By: John Wasinski http://modite.com/blog/2007/08/06/three-workplace-weaknesses-that-are-really-gen-y-strengths/#comment-8205 John Wasinski Sun, 18 Nov 2007 02:30:15 +0000 http://modite.com/blog/2007/08/06/three-workplace-weaknesses-that-are-really-gen-y-strengths/#comment-8205 I totally 100% agree :) I think the urgency you mentioned is more core - for instance - how fast can the organization move to solve an organizational level problem. (Not the other kind of urgency, which is rushing around putting out fires or made-up urgency to appear busy or efficient.) And... we like to be ourselves at the job. Which means feelings, moods, opinions, whatever I happen to want to wear that day, and whatever time I want to take lunch... or work late into the night. Micromanaging simply will not work anymore. Entitlement, I think, is one of the best traits we have. Awesome job spelling it all out. :) John I totally 100% agree :)

I think the urgency you mentioned is more core - for instance - how fast can the organization move to solve an organizational level problem. (Not the other kind of urgency, which is rushing around putting out fires or made-up urgency to appear busy or efficient.)

And… we like to be ourselves at the job. Which means feelings, moods, opinions, whatever I happen to want to wear that day, and whatever time I want to take lunch… or work late into the night. Micromanaging simply will not work anymore.

Entitlement, I think, is one of the best traits we have.

Awesome job spelling it all out. :)
John

]]> By: Modite - I’m featured in the New York Times! http://modite.com/blog/2007/08/06/three-workplace-weaknesses-that-are-really-gen-y-strengths/#comment-5447 Modite - I’m featured in the New York Times! Mon, 05 Nov 2007 17:43:38 +0000 http://modite.com/blog/2007/08/06/three-workplace-weaknesses-that-are-really-gen-y-strengths/#comment-5447 [...] Read when you come back, thirsty for more Prioritize your authenticity Generation Y breeds a new kind of woman 3 workplace weaknesses that are really Gen Y strengths Advice from top Executives, CEOs and Presidents 7 networking tips for Generation Y Posted to: Blogging  |   [...] […] Read when you come back, thirsty for more Prioritize your authenticity Generation Y breeds a new kind of woman 3 workplace weaknesses that are really Gen Y strengths Advice from top Executives, CEOs and Presidents 7 networking tips for Generation Y Posted to: Blogging  |   […]

]]> By: Modite - What gives you the right to be a young leader http://modite.com/blog/2007/08/06/three-workplace-weaknesses-that-are-really-gen-y-strengths/#comment-4719 Modite - What gives you the right to be a young leader Thu, 01 Nov 2007 03:18:51 +0000 http://modite.com/blog/2007/08/06/three-workplace-weaknesses-that-are-really-gen-y-strengths/#comment-4719 [...] You won’t have all the skills, and perhaps it’s easier to think about it as if you’re a leader in training. But if you make that commitment, you’re already miles ahead of everyone else. And the others will follow. Because you believe in yourself. And that’s half the battle to believing in others. [...] […] You won’t have all the skills, and perhaps it’s easier to think about it as if you’re a leader in training. But if you make that commitment, you’re already miles ahead of everyone else. And the others will follow. Because you believe in yourself. And that’s half the battle to believing in others. […]

]]> By: Modite - Engagement for the next generation http://modite.com/blog/2007/08/06/three-workplace-weaknesses-that-are-really-gen-y-strengths/#comment-2343 Modite - Engagement for the next generation Tue, 09 Oct 2007 01:47:01 +0000 http://modite.com/blog/2007/08/06/three-workplace-weaknesses-that-are-really-gen-y-strengths/#comment-2343 [...] Instead, I blame myself for getting caught up in “everyone’s” opinion, for becoming so self-absorbed that I thought I was a BIG DEAL, and not remembering the big picture. Not remembering starvation in Africa and lack of quality education in the U.S. and the fact that we’re all just doing the best we can. [...] […] Instead, I blame myself for getting caught up in “everyone’s” opinion, for becoming so self-absorbed that I thought I was a BIG DEAL, and not remembering the big picture. Not remembering starvation in Africa and lack of quality education in the U.S. and the fact that we’re all just doing the best we can. […]

]]> By: gmttzy http://modite.com/blog/2007/08/06/three-workplace-weaknesses-that-are-really-gen-y-strengths/#comment-350 gmttzy Sun, 26 Aug 2007 00:38:24 +0000 http://modite.com/blog/2007/08/06/three-workplace-weaknesses-that-are-really-gen-y-strengths/#comment-350 Nice site.. Wishing you a Happy Sunday! Keep the articles coming! Nice site.. Wishing you a Happy Sunday! Keep the articles coming!

]]> By: Modite - Engagement for the next generation http://modite.com/blog/2007/08/06/three-workplace-weaknesses-that-are-really-gen-y-strengths/#comment-297 Modite - Engagement for the next generation Wed, 22 Aug 2007 04:20:53 +0000 http://modite.com/blog/2007/08/06/three-workplace-weaknesses-that-are-really-gen-y-strengths/#comment-297 [...] The discussion surrounding Generation Y should center on how we can leverage our weaknesses into strengths and how we can use our unique talents effectively in our professional development, entrepreneurial, social, public policy, and philanthropic endeavors. [...] […] The discussion surrounding Generation Y should center on how we can leverage our weaknesses into strengths and how we can use our unique talents effectively in our professional development, entrepreneurial, social, public policy, and philanthropic endeavors. […]

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