Millennials, Gen X Express Strong Job Satisfaction
Winning Combination
78% of Millennials and Gen Xers feel valued by their employers, and 59% feel satisfied when they leave work every day.
Pushing the Pedal
45% feel they’re overworked, despite their overall satisfaction level.
On Call
53% feel obligated to respond to work communications after normal business hours, and 58% say they are expected to be accessible after hours.
A Working Break
Only 31% don’t check in with the office while on vacation.
Timely Response
More than one-half expect coworkers and clients to return their e-mails within two hours.
Useful Information
96% say they are more productive when their expectations are clearly outlined, and 80% say their bosses communicate these expectations to them.
Favored Option
58% prefer to communicate on work matters via e-mail, compared to 15% who prefer to text and just 5% who favor IM and chat tools.
Personal Approach
70% say face-to-face discussions are the most effective and productive way to communicate with their bosses.
Tough Choice
If they could pick only one device, 44% would prefer that their employers give them a PC while 37% would like a Mac. One-fifth prefers a tablet.
Satisfactory Surroundings
73% say their organization provides the right mix of office environments to be productive.
Most Productive Work Environments for Millennials/Gen Xers
A private office: 65%, Quiet work spaces, like a library: 33%, Shared “open room” spaces: 23%, Collaborative spaces, like a conference room: 22%, Social spaces, like a café: 21%
Working Equation
77% of Millennials and Gen Xers feel they maintain a good work-life balance.
Top Ways in Which Employers Can Improve Work-Life Balance
Allow for flex hours: 51%, Enable the freedom to work from any location: 45%, Reduce workloads: 28%
