Whether you want to blame the launch of Facebook in 2004, the 2007
introduction of the iPhone or the boom of cloud technologies in just the past
few years, it’s hard to ignore the fact that offices – and the people who fill
them – are operating differently than they ever have before.
Just look around and you’ll see different demographics of employees
driven to reach their goals in a variety of different ways. In some cases,
their workstyles may be far from familiar to your methods or experiences as a
leader. But this is the talent that’s helping you and your company
succeed, so it’s critical that you understand how employees in today’s new
world of work operate – not just by themselves, but how they collaborate with
other types of workers.
We’ve identified five different types of workers intermingled across
offices today. Some personas you recognize. Others sound familiar. Some, you
may have only been warned of. And while people are complex and may not fit
neatly into one of these buckets, these personas should help guide you as you
work to better understand today’s changing workforce.
ALWAYS-ON
MILLENNIAL
Millennials. Generation Y. By now you’ve heard the names and are
beginning to understand how this oft-described “entitled” group is impacting
the workplace. Simply put, they’ve tapped into different workplace and social abilitiesthat
no other generation before them has. These workers are seen as being the most
technological and social media savvy, but also perceived as being difficult to work with,
or even lonely. Of course, this
stereotype is usually far from the truth. This is a dynamic and important group
that company leaders need to observe and engage with, as millennials are moving
up the ranks quickly. In fact, 87% have already elevated to decision-making roles in
just the past five years – by far the highest of any generation during this
time. Millennials believe their ideas can fundamentally change the way things
are done and they aren’t afraid to push innovation forward. Good leaders should
recognize that this group is a treasure trove of creativity, waiting to be
tapped to help connect you with your customers.
ON-THE-GO
MOBILE PRO
Nearly 30 percent of employees are what Forrester Research calls “anytime, anywhere workers”
– those who work from multiple locations with multiple apps and devices. These
are employees rarely seen at the office, but when they are spotted, it’s with a
mobile device glued to their hand. Digital labor is no longer a trend but a
reality, meaning companies need to adapt, adopt and invest in the right tools and
technologies to support their needs of an ever-growing mobile staff. These
tools should include the infrastructure and workflow processes that allow these
digital workers to access, share, and transform the data that they, and their
coworkers, rely on to stay connected and get the job done.
INTRAPRENEUR
Employees who behave like an entrepreneur within the confines of their
existing role are often referred to as intrapreneurs – those who provide
surprising or unexpected value to their companies in a way that capitalizes on
new business opportunities. Often responsible for product
innovation, Intrapreneurs are an emerging segment of the workforce
that aren’t afraid of stepping up to the plate and taking charge. While some
companies might see this as a practice that doesn’t fit their culture or
organizational structure, others believe in the value it brings toengaging employees and
ultimately, retaining them. Intrapreneurs are risk takers who aren’t afraid to
take chances and shake things up within an organization. Despite their bullish
outlook, management still needs to take a top-level approach at fostering an
environment in which these workers can thrive, or risk losing them to more
agile companies.
THE DATA
ANALYTIC
Often seen as introverts, it’s finally time for the analytic personality
to shine – not that they necessarily want to. The office analytic sees figures,
stats and data as an essential element to any project or task – a perfect fit
for today’s data-centric and interested corporate world. That doesn’t mean
these workers are quiet pushovers, however. Instead, they are forceful users
and believers in the value of data-backed evidence. These workers are the
office advocates who ensure your company references its data footprint to make
proper and smarter decisions regarding
future spending, technology or strategy.
SEASONED
INCUMBENT
Seasoned incumbents – those employees who have been in the workforce
long enough to remember the days before computers – understand that work
is work and not necessarily a place to engage one’s personal life and
interests. These might be the veteran office accountants who sit down each day,
punch numbers and track spending in a familiar, but perhaps inefficient ways
because they are intimidated, confused or just have no interest in their
company’s newly implemented technologies. Investing in technology – and more
importantly, technology education – will help employees better understand and
embrace new, innovative processes that can positively impact the outcome of
their work.
WHO ELSE?
Are there other types of workers roaming about your office – perhaps
some challenging, interesting or simply fun personalities that have a major
impact on your day? Let us know in the comment section below!
Source:
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