3 Years And A Cloud Of Dust

If you have been sourcing salespeople recently, you have probably noticed some short tenures among the Gen Y candidates.  We are sourcing for an intermediate-level sales position that has garnered a noticeable response from Gen Y (or young Gen X) candidates.  The remarkable trend is that many of the candidates have 2-4 years in each position before they move on to the next opportunity.  Many of our Baby Boomer managers are questioning that “job-hopping” history. This concern is valid but it is also systemic in the younger generations.  They are looking to move up in their career and loyalty to one employer is far less frequent than just 20 years… Read More

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Tattoos And Body Art

Tattoos & piercings are a growing phenomenon in our society especially as the younger generation embraces this body art.  The Rock Star posted on this topic last year and it spurred much debate.  And a worthy debate it is as seen in a Pioneer Press’ Body art on the job: Nearly half of Americans between 21 and 32 have at least one tattoo or piercing other than in an ear, according to a 2006 study by the University of Chicago and Northwestern University. Men and women alike say their tattoos make them feel sexy and rebellious, a 2003 Harris Poll found, while the unadorned of both genders see body art… Read More

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