Generations at Work 004: Working with Millenials
Mar 11, 2025
Amanda LeFever, President and CFO of Mission Mobile Medical, shares insights on leading as a millennial in the healthcare industry. She tackles myths about entitlement, emphasizing the quest for work-life balance. Amanda discusses the importance of communication and regular engagement in team dynamics, alongside her views on bridging generational gaps. She highlights the modern definition of success, balancing career with personal life, and stresses the value of genuine interest in leadership. Her approach showcases how traditional values can coexist with modern expectations.
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Parental Shifts Shaped Millennial Expectations
- Millennials often faced more parental involvement and protection than Gen X, shaping different expectations at work.
- Recognize generational background as a clue, not an absolute, when leading or connecting with employees.
Millennials Bridge High-Tech And High-Touch
- Older millennials straddle pre-digital and digital worlds, enabling them to bridge high-tech and high-touch approaches.
- Use this bridge to balance innovation with human connection in teams and processes.
Prioritize Frequent Feedback
- Give millennials frequent feedback and clear performance signals instead of relying on infrequent reviews.
- Schedule weekly or biweekly check-ins to prevent disengagement and anxiety about status.
