We hear different things about millennials and how they think, work,
and play. People say they are selfish,
self-absorbed, and over-share on social media.
On the other hand, others also say they are very tech savvy, creative, and
open-minded. So what do millennials need
to know to survive and thrive in the workforce?
Tracey Jones has written a book to help them out titled A
Message to Millennials available on Amazon. Get a copy
soon and give it as a gift to anyone graduating from high school or college to
help them prepare for a job or career.
Below are 15 quotes directly from the book and a video containing a
slide show of testimonials from young people who connected with various points shared
by Tracey Jones in her book. For a millennial’s
perspective on work, check the LinkedIN blog
by a 8
Millennials' Traits You Should Know about Before You Hire Them.
- Technology has given many of us a false sense of experience and knowledge.
- Once you learn a little about enthusiasm on the job, you’re on your way.
- Adversity isn’t a noble thing, but it is a character-building thing.
- Being happy in your current job is entirely up to you.
- Excitement about your work is rooted in a heart of gratitude.
- If the only person you’ll take orders from is yourself, that’s not true self discipline.
- As long as you are breathing, you need to be giving back.
- Get clear on your identity, focus on the goal, and adjust the required steps.
- Productive time is spent on positive thoughts, positive conversations and positive actions.
- Those who know how to be motivated don’t need a cheering section.
- The point of life isn’t happiness. It’s growth.
- Learn to capitalize on things that go wrong, making them stepping stones of progress.
- Success is not a reward to be enjoyed but a trust to be administered.
- We know so little about giving, but we know all about trading.
- A better life rises from an increasing capacity to give.
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