280. The voices of the next generation of talent: Opening minds to a career in retail
Retail Gets Real · with Juliana Sailing, Miguel Gomez, Ashton Wiggins · August 16, 2022 · 30 min
Summary
This episode offers a crucial look into the minds of the next generation of retail talent. Hear directly from NRF interns about what motivates them, what they seek in employers, and how their perceptions of retail careers have evolved. This is a must-listen for any ecommerce operator looking to understand and attract future leaders to their teams.
Key takeaways
Provide clear opportunities for impact and contribution: Young talent is motivated by making a tangible difference, not just performing tasks.
Highlight career growth and development paths: Interns expressed a strong desire for continuous learning and advancement within a company.
Emphasize company culture and values: Beyond salary, the next generation prioritizes working for organizations with strong ethical stances and a positive environment.
Actively debunk misconceptions about retail: Showcase the diverse, dynamic, and innovative aspects of the industry to attract new talent.
Offer mentorship and exposure to senior leadership: Direct engagement with experienced professionals significantly enhances interns' perceptions of their career potential in retail.
NRF’s summer interns are about to return to college. Before heading back, we asked them about their work experience and how their perspectives on retail changed after working at NRF. Bill Thorne sits down with three bright students, Juliana Sailing, Miguel Gomez and Ashton Wiggins, to talk about the lessons they’ve learned along the way, what they’re looking for in a potential employer, and the impact of seeing the ins and outs of retail advocacy. As the retail industry looks to attract new talent into the workforce, these voices offer a glimpse of the future and the promise it holds for positive change and the ability for young people to make a meaningful impact. Learn more at retailgetsreal.com.
What does this episode say about founder & leadership?
Provide clear opportunities for impact and contribution: Young talent is motivated by making a tangible difference, not just performing tasks.
What does this episode say about retail & omnichannel?
Highlight career growth and development paths: Interns expressed a strong desire for continuous learning and advancement within a company.
What does this episode say about founder & leadership?
Emphasize company culture and values: Beyond salary, the next generation prioritizes working for organizations with strong ethical stances and a positive environment.
What does this episode say about founder & leadership?
Actively debunk misconceptions about retail: Showcase the diverse, dynamic, and innovative aspects of the industry to attract new talent.
What does this episode say about founder & leadership?
Offer mentorship and exposure to senior leadership: Direct engagement with experienced professionals significantly enhances interns' perceptions of their career potential in retail.
