We hope you enjoyed the first part of our blog post yesterday! Today, let’s go on with a second roundup of things Middle Eastern millennials want at work. Here are our last four tips to help you make the most of a generation that is changing the way we do business — and see the world — like no one ever did before.
5. Less hierarchies, more democracy
While dealing with Arab millennials, you should always keep something in mind. Having inspired a new trend of ‘consumer democracy’ in the market today, these young adults naturally expect the same principle to be transferred to their place of work. In other words they want enhanced transparency, fewer layers of management, openhearted connections. What you should do then is get rid of command-and-control hierarchies and pave the way for a flatter power structure where their voices can be heard and rules of rank are redefined by their innovative ideas’ contribution.
6. Un-conventional benefits and rewards
The era when medical insurance was the most sought-after benefit is definitely over. With millennials entering the workforce, be ready to explore new options for delivering employees care in really innovative ways. Say goodbye to the old reward ideas you’ve offered so far, and welcome to gym and health clubs membership, tickets to sport events, car services, yoga classes etc., as several cutting-edge companies are already doing. Follow the example. If you want to be a talent magnet, you need to be forward-thinking first.
7. E-learning, training and development opportunities
Most of Arab millennials are aware that real learning begins as soon as they enter the multi-generation workforce. Rather than being intimidated by older generations and ambitious peers, they’re eager to listen to the others and get inspiration from others’ experience; they think career advancements shouldn’t be necessarily built upon seniority but can be gained by taking alternative routes. Then, consider combining coaching sessions with on-the-job training, attendance to conferences and other development opportunities to allow them to acquire new skills and stay competitive, ultimately moving to other positions within the organizations.
8. Being on the road
Planning to expand your business? We’ve good news for you. Most of your youngest employees in the Middle East expect to travel and are keen to take on overseas assignments, regardless of whether they’re short or long-term. That’s because they grew up travelling and consider international experience a necessary step to pursuing a successful career path. So why not send them abroad for your next global assignment? If you’ve followed the tips above, be sure they’ll be back.
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