How to Get the Best Out of Younger Managers on Your Team
It’s estimated that by 2025 Millennials will make up as much as 75% of the workforce.
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Gen Z Workforce
Leading Gen Z effectively without generational stereotypes. Practical strategies for engaging and retaining younger talent.
Gen Z isn't the problem — outdated leadership is. These articles help you adapt your approach without losing your identity.
Leading Gen Z effectively without generational stereotypes. Practical strategies for engaging, developing and retaining younger talent by adapting your leadership rather than blaming the generation.
Why Building an Inclusive Team Takes Longer Than You Want
Ian Treloar is a long time friend and former colleague of mine who, for all the time I have known him, has been trying to grow truffles.
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Last week we started discussing the idea of connection – in particular the idea of connecting new starters to the business, their peers, and
Read article →How ADHD-Inclusive Management Gives Your Team a Hidden Edge
In the latest episode of The High-Performance Leader podcast, I sat down with productivity coach and industrial organizational psychologist
Read article →Podcasts and media on gen z workforce
In the pressMedium
Why Gen Z Is Saying "No Thanks" To Leadership
Jimmy Burroughes tackles one of the most pressing talent challenges facing senior leaders today: why Gen Z professionals are actively reject
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Millennials and Gen Z are not the same as Gen Y - how to unlock their potential
Jimmy Burroughes challenges the common leadership mistake of treating Millennials and Gen Z as interchangeable, arguing that the two generat
Read article →Questions leaders ask about gen z workforce
How do I manage and motivate Gen Z employees?
Give them meaning, clear feedback and genuine development, and explain the why behind what you ask. Gen Z respond well to leaders who are authentic and invest in their growth.
Why do Gen Z employees seem to expect so much feedback?
They have grown up with fast feedback loops and value knowing where they stand. Regular, specific feedback is not neediness, it is how they learn and stay engaged.
How do I retain younger employees?
Offer clear progression, meaningful work, good management and flexibility, and act on what they tell you. Younger staff leave quickly when they see no growth or feel unheard.
How do I bridge generational differences in my team?
Focus on shared goals, be curious about different working styles, and avoid leading by stereotype. Most generational friction eases when people understand each other's context.
Are Gen Z really harder to lead, or is it outdated leadership?
The challenge is usually outdated leadership meeting changed expectations, not a difficult generation. Leaders who adapt their approach get strong performance from Gen Z.
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