Conversations about generations can sometimes begin and end with birth dates and years, events of historical significance, and the obligatory comments on technology. This is where the trouble begins. When a conversation begins with “This is why we are different…” it can be the same as saying “This is why [...]
As we continue to struggle with the recruitment and retention of Millennials, there is increasing concern about the ability to connect with Generation Z (about 20 years old and younger). To be a magnet that attracts young talent we must begin to look at recruitment through a different lens. Promoting [...]
Entitled. Over educated/Under Employed. Want a raise (yesterday). Unwilling to pay their dues. Lazy. Just a few of the words and phrases used to describe the growing group of young professional and leaders called Millennials. For some, these comments are a reflection of their observations in the workplace. True characterizations [...]
The Entrepreneurial Leadership of Generation Z (GZ’s) is the slow boring of hard boards. Generation Z presents a leadership challenge to companies in a way that they have never experienced. GZ’s are the ‘hard boards’ and it is up to us to lead well and better. All too often I hear executives positioning Generation Z (GZ’s) and their older counterparts [...]