Preference leadership styles of Generation Y.

Abstract

Generation Y see things differently. Until very recently, they have grown up with full employment, unprecedented economic growth and high disposable income. Their view of employment is based on options and flexibility. If they do not get what they want from their leaders or their role, they simply leave. In generation Y’s, it is particularly true. While there are genuine differences in attitudes, values and preferences between the generations, there are probably far more similarities. For example, members of every generation appreciate being able to play to their strengths at work, being trusted and given responsibility – in other words we all appreciate good leadership. The difference is that Generation Y demand these things while other generations are conditioned not to expect them and will struggle on regardless, grateful to have a job. So the research here is that reflect the leadership preference of generation Y collect and many of the actions organizations must take to retain and motivate their Gen Y employees will also engage and motivate employees from other generations. Sadly it is easy to make mistakes as leaders of Gen Y. But mistakes are less likely if we understand the generational preferences. KEYWORDS: Generation Y/ Leadership preferences