Bulletin Board Magazine 2018 Volume 1

Executive Officer’s Corner

WHAT IT’S LIKE toWork for Millennials by Gina McNamara

I t has been estimated that within the next 10 years 75% of the work force will be comprised of Millennials. A survey by Harris Interactive ® on behalf of careerbuilder.com finds that 69% of workers 55 years and older report to younger bosses. For the record I am NOT 55 years old, however here I am in a situation where three of my five 2018 Officers hit that Millennial mark. There are numerous stereotypes surrounding Millennials. They have been labeled selfish and entitled, thought of as unwilling to work hard and only interested in money. These characteristics may be true about some, but it is unfair to judge an entire generation. The truth is Millennials are part of one of the most competitive job markets while many are burdened with large student debts. What I have come to realize is they work very hard, just in a different way than you a and I may understand. “My Millennials” are like kids in a candy store when it comes to all things techy. Social media, virtual meetings, online and mobile tools... my head is spinning! If you need someone to teach you what a giphy is or how to share one on the Slack app, because of my Millennial leadership team, I’m your girl! I want to be a part of bringing Shore Builders Association of Central New Jersey to the next generation of membership, as well encourage future leadership. Millennials have a keen understanding of the importance of image and their personal brand. I look forward

to bringing that knowledge to the Association and learn new ways to brand our organization and reinvent ourselves for success and sustainability in the future. I don’t know about all of you, and I may be crazy, but I’m excited! As much as we will learn from them, I know that along with the rest of the Officers and Board of Directors, we have a lot to offer as well. Millennials cannot underestimate the importance of history and experience. Together, I can’t wait to watch what will be accomplished. “ 'My Millennials' are like kids in a candy store when it comes to all things techy. Social media, virtual meetings, online and mobile tools… ”

Gina McNamara Shore Builders Association of Central NJ, Executive Officer

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