Chapter 5, Problem 12CR

Summary Introduction

Case Summary:

Staying with one employer for a long time, as an ethical relationship is a thing of the past. Statistics show an increase in job hopping in the recent times. While the older workforce considers this unethical, the millennial who are more focused on the present feel that they are not being taken care of properly. Irrespective of that, it is necessary for organizations and the millennial to come to a compromise and decide on the expectations of employment relationships.

Characters in the case:

Dave Foster CEO of AvreaFoster, Neil Howe, Andrew Leavitt, are cited in this passage.

Reference to Bureau of Labor Statistics and PayScale are made in this passage.

Adequate Information:

Generation X prefers to be in their current jobs. Leaving the employer, who has invested money and efforts on an employee, is breach of ethical relationship according to them. Millennial have no ethical obligation. Not ready to commit their entire life to one employer.

To Determine:

If job surfing should be done when the desire comes. To determine if employers can in the interview ask about job surfing plans.

Given:

In 1973, 50% of men and women remained committed to their employer. On an average a millennial switches job once every 2 years. Life-long pension, job security, health benefits are no longer available. Millennial looks for feedback and reassurance.