This week’s Orlando event management guide focuses on upcoming business leaders. Chances are your company has a few Millennials among the ranks. They may seem like a mystery. Don’t fret, we have some ideas on how to get Millennials interested and engaged at your event.
- Hiring Millennials: Millennials, or Generation Y, are people born from 1980 to the 2000s. They are very intelligent, with 61% of people attending college. They have plenty of experience with technology and the Internet. A common myth about Millennials are that they are self-centered or feel entitled to things. This is untrue, as adding a Millennial to your team could be very beneficial. Their place in the workforce will only increase as time goes on.
- Go Digital: Make your website mobile friendly to hold a Millennial’s attention. Most people spend time searching and browsing things on their phones, and no one wants to land on a broken website or link. You could even go so far as to create your own app for mobile use.
- Group-Think: Millennials like to know that they won’t be alone and love the group aspect of things, so placing them in a team may prove to keep them interested. Plan an event where they can invite friends so that they’ll be more likely to attend.
- Social Media: Social media influences many people, especially Millennials. Create a Facebook page to promote your event and allow people to like and share your posts. Ask questions and respond to comments from Millennials to show that you care. Spread a hash-tag around during the event for further engagement. Send out thank yous and hints about the next event through social media.
- Community Outreach: Millennials want a hand in changing the world, one step at a time. They’ll love an event centered on giving back to the community. Examples are hosting an eco-friendly fundraiser or holding a charity auction. Stay up to date on social problems occurring and plan to highlight them in your event accordingly.
Young people can be hard to entertain if you’re not aware of their tastes. Hopefully, this information about Millennials will fulfill your Orlando Event Management needs. Browse our website for more information on how to keep people engaged.
