THE PERCEPTION OF GEN X TOWARDS TALENT MANAGEMENT OF GEN Y

Greetings!
This is to help you connect with the research topic, Perception of Generation X towards Talent Management of
Generation Y. The study aims to explore the views of Generation X employees about the characteristics of
Generation Y at their workplace, providing an outlook as to why there need to be a workplace transformation, in
order to extract maximum out of Generation Y employees from the point of view of the Gen X.
Note: All the information given by you would be kept confidential and will be used for academic purpose only. This
questionnaire is required to be filled by Professionals in the age group of 30-45 years.
Key:

Gen Y: Employees in the age group of 18-29 yrs

Gen X: Employees in the age group of 30-45yrs
Baby Boomer: Employees in the age group of 46-60 yrs.

Demographic Details
1. Name

2. Industry/Sector

3. Organization

4. Designation

5. Gender

6. Age

: 30-33 yrs

7. Years of Experience (Total)

QUESTIONNAIRE
GENERATIONS AT WORK: GEN X & GEN Y
Generation Ys entrance into the workplace would seem to present many opportunities in todays ever more
competitive organisations in which high-performing workers are an asset. This section tries explores the importance
to understand the Generation Y from the Generation Xs point of view.
1.

Why is there a need to study and understand the mindset of Gen Yers?
a) Globalization
b) Generation Gap
c) Technology driven
d) Growth in creative work
e)
(others, if any)

2.

Is there a necessity for the employer to know about the expectations of Gen Y in their work place?
i.
Yes
ii.
No
If yes, why is it necessary?

a)
b)
c)
d)

To reduce Attrition
To engage gen y
To avoid poaching
To enhance retention

3.

According to you, the most productive employees in your organization fall under the age category of
a. 18 29yrs( generation y),
b. 30 45yrs( generation x),

4.

Which of the following are true about the Gen Y? )

a) Attitude to explore
b) Technology freaks
c) Highly talented and skilled
d) Goal-oriented
e) Extreme fun attitude
f)
(others, if any)

WORK CHARACTERISTICS: GEN Y-STRENGTHS & WEAKNESS

This section tries to identify the Generation Ys strengths and weakness aspects that are observable by the
Generation X at the workplace.
1. According to you what makes Gen Yers different and unique from the rest at the workplace?
a. Gen Y are smart only as a team
b. Gen Y are workaholics
c. Gen Y resists organisational rules and hierarchies.
d. Gen Y maintains in-formalism and fun attitude.
e. Gen Y dont respect authority
f. Gen Y hold 'earn to spend attitude'
g. Gen Y are multi-taskers
2. What is the highest priority for Gen Y which distinguishes them from the other Generation?
a) Earning a better self image no matter how much they are paid
b) Instant reward and recognition for their achievements
c) Socialize with other colleagues and likeminded people
d) Lavishness and impulse spending
e)
( others, if any)
3. Which of the following about learning, do you think is apt for todays generation?
a) Train them too much & theyll leave
b) The more they learn, the more they stay
c) Continuous learning is a way of life
d) Learning is not necessary for todays generation, they are learned
e)
(others, if any)
Q.
No

STATEMENT

Strongly
Agree

Agree

Neither
Agree Disagree Strongly
Nor
disagree
Disagree

4.

Young generation (Gen Y) exhibit a strong sense of loyalty

to their company.
Gen Y strongly respects and adheres to the work ethics and
values of the Organization.
Access to social networking sites like linkedin, facebook,
orkut, twitter will enhance working among Gen Y
employees.

They seek out creative task challenges and posses high

willingness to learn.
8.

What style of leadership is exhibited and most preferred by Gen Y employees?

a) Directive, command & control
b) challenge others, ask why attitude
c) consensual, collegial

9.

What approach to interaction is the most appropriate when interacting with Gen Y employees?
a) Individualized interaction
b) Team Meetings
c) Participative interaction

GEN Y: WORK SATISFACTION

This section tries to study the Generation Y employees workplace expectations and satisfaction levels associated
with the benefits provided to them.
1.

Do you think the Gen Y have high workplace expectations?

I.
Yes
II. No
If, yes what does Gen Y expect from and value about their careers?
a. Flexible work schedule
b. Large Monetary benefits
c. Challenging work assignments
d. Instant recognition for their achievements
e. Potential career advancements
f.
(others, if any)

2.

What do you think would be the reason for Gen Y having high workplace expectation?
a) Over Confidence
b) Knowledge in handling latest technology
c) Brought up Attitude of theres a better chance waiting
d) Middle class Parents and spoon fed life in childhood
e)
(others, if any)

Q.No STATEMENT

3.

Generation Y are satisfied with the benefits provided to them.

Strongly
Agree

Agree

Neither
Agree DisagreeStrongly
Nor
disagree
Disagree

4.

Gen Y shows keen interest in personal development than the

companys development

5. What kind of workplace culture is Gen Y looking for?

a) Having work/life balance
b) Working with a manager from whom he/she can learn
c) Autonomy/fun team culture
d)
(others, if any)
6.

In the past year the maximum number of employees who left the organization fell in the age category.
a) 18 - 29yrs
b) 30 - 45yrs
c) 46 - 60yrs

GEN Y: OPPORTUNITIES & CHALLENGES

This section tries to identify the opportunities and challenges faced by Generation X employees in the attraction,
development, and retaining the Generation Y employees at the workplace.
1.

Key Challenge with the younger staff (Gen Y) in a multi- generational workforce is?
a) Attraction
b) Feedback
c) Reward
d) Quick obsolesce
e) Need for faster change
f) Retaining

2.

According to you, the growth and development of Gen Yers in an organization is hindered by their,
a) High expectations of themselves & employers
b) Earn immediate responsibilities
c) Ego clashes with the members of other generations
d) Short term Goals
e)
(others if any)

Q.No STATEMENT

3.

Authority and prescriptive mores within an Organization

hinders Gen Y employees from taking initiatives.

4.

Instant recognitions and rewards have led to better retaining

of Gen Y employees rather than annual rewards.

5.

Strongly
Agree

Do you think that Gen Y have a short term orientation to work?

I. Yes

Agree

Neither
Agree Disagree Strongly
Nor
disagree
Disagree

II. No
If Yes, The short term orientation of Gen Y can be checked and altered by (opt the best)
a) Providing challenging roles
b) Giving more pay benefits
c) Flexible working hours
d) Work at home option
e)
(others, if any)
6.

7.

What are the main reasons (as quoted in the exit interview feedback) for a Gen Y employees exit?
a) Insufficient Pay
b) Poor relationship with managers
c) Lack of challenges
d) No recognition
e) Just for change
f)
(others, if any)
Which of the following is most feasible to motivate Gen Y ers & keep them engaged without disrupting
the interest of the employer?
a) Constant Feedback on their performance
b) Leaving them their way in finishing their projects
c) Giving them preference and benefits which the other generations dint receive
d) Provide opportunities for advancement
e) Offering career path
f) Strategy of Talk to them, not at them

Thank You for your response!!!