Today’s unprecedented talent shortage is compelling businesses and other organizations to get serious about employee attraction and retention. The current war for talent is amplified by a strong economy and a growing number of Baby Boomers nearing retirement age. In Nebraska, for example, more than 65 percent of state government employees are expected to retire in the next five years. Many private-sector businesses are experiencing similar human-resource challenges.
Within this highly competitive landscape, the workplace can be a strategic asset that distinguishes an organization as an exceptional employer. This is particularly true when attracting professionals between the ages of 20 and 40, according to a recent DLR Group survey. For younger employees, the physical work environment ranks in the top three factors that influence their decisions to join a specific company.