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Dean Medley is Medical Method's Therapy Recruiting Manager. He was chosen by Healthcare Traveler Magazine as the Recruiter of the Year, for 2006 and 2007. Each month, Dean shares his wit and wisdom on the healthcare traveling industry in "Ask Dean." Got a question? An opinion? A story to share on healthcare traveling? Write to Dean! Dean.Medley@medicalmethods.net. Understanding the Millennial Worker - The Next Great Generation Sometimes people ask me if I feel proud of what I've been able to accomplish in my recruiting career. I'm never quite sure how to respond to that because, even though I certainly feel joy in it, I can't say that I feel "pride" in it. I know that anything good is a result of the working of the Holy Spirit, and I'm just privileged whenever He uses me to accomplish His work. So I really feel more humbled and honored than proud. This past year Iím feeling especially PROUD of all that GOD is doing here at Medical Methods! We have a great team with an awesome track record of recognizing and placing exceptional therapists. Our college recruiting strategy is successfully underway and with the Millennial Generation (born in the 1980's and 1990's) entering the workforce as quickly as the boomers are retiring, Medical Methods is realizing that they are bringing with them a set of ideals that differ greatly from those of previous generations. To form successful working relationships, as an employer Iíve had to meet on common ground with a lot of therapists to understand and appreciate the way they work. For example, a year ago I had never heard of Facebook. Today Iím sitting next to a Millennial Recruiter that spends a tremendous amount of her day navigating these social and networking sites "poking" various therapy prospects. Millennials are known for their exceptional multi-tasking and team-building abilities. This is a direct result of the high-tech, interactive manner in which theyíve communicated nearly all their lives. Some would argue that Millennials are less loyal to their employers. As workers, they are more likely than their predecessors to push for flexible schedules, extra benefits, work/life balance, and frequent promotions. I challenge this notion because in my experience, any therapist that doesnít get what they are looking for, at some point will look to make a change. Medical Methods has done an excellent job of understanding where the Millennial Generation is coming from, and is keeping an open mind regarding its future. Iím very pleased that my colleagues have the foresight and wisdom to recognize the needs of this next generation and I look forward to sharing with you future changes in our organization. Until next month– Dean Medley |
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