The Generational View

What Gen Z Wants Around the World

It is no secret that Gen Z is different. This guest featured on this episode of The Generational View is a reminder that although Gen Z may be different, not all are created equal. We speak to an individual who has lived in an impressive six countries, when he’s only in his twenties. He does not speak for all Gen Zers around the globe, but he certainly has a unique worldly perspective to share with you and reminds us how truly connected we all are.   Our Guest Master's in international business Graduate and two-time Google intern. He moved to the US to pursue his career dream: working in the Silicon Valley startup tech ecosystem. On his social media platforms, he tries to raise awareness on social topics like climate change, innovation in education and work as well as racial, gender, and social equality.   What you’ll hear in this episode * How generational terminology is commonly used in other countries * How generational differences show up in global conversations * The importance of a company’s commitment to DEI * The role geography plays in job selection * The biggest societal issues Gen Z faces

Parenting the Passion in Gen Z (Part II)

Through our What Gen Z Wants series on The Generational View, I am even more hopeful about Generation Z soon leading in workplaces and institutions. It’s no secret that Gen Z is different from any previous generation, and these most recent episodes of The Generational View are meant to help us understand how parenting has played a role in that, from shaping their values to shepherding their experiences.   Our Guests Bethany Tebbe is one part development professional, one part geek and 98 parts drive-her-son-everywhere-he-need-to-go-while-entertaining-the-toddler. She has a Bachelor’s in Art History and a Master’s in International Relation - specifically African Studies and Public Health. Debra Bouyer is a Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, & Inclusion Program Manager for a scientific nonprofit organization. She has a Bachelor’s in Sociology and certificates in Paralegal Studies and Diversity & Inclusion.   What you’ll hear in this episode * What makes Gen Z different from their generation * The prevalence of lawnmower parenting and how it affects children * How cultural differences affect parenting styles * The effect that social and political issues have on their parenting

Parenting the Passion in Gen Z (Part I)

In the last four episodes here on The Generational View, we’ve heard about Gen Zers from those who teach them and engage with them in schools, and those who manage them in the workplace. In the next two episodes of The Generational View, we’ll hear from those that do these things as well… just in the home… holding down one of the most important and toughest jobs in the world - parents. It’s no secret that Gen Z is different from any previous generation and these episodes are meant to help us understand how parenting has played a role in that, from shaping their values to shepherding their experiences.   Our Guests Dan McGurrin is a currently self-employed former Executive Education leader for over 25 years. He has a Bachelor’s of Communications, MBA in International Marketing, and a Ph.D in Executive Leadership. Michelle Brief-McGurrin is a Global Project Leader for a large medical technology company. Bachelor’s of Arts in Political Science and is bilingual in English and French.   What you’ll hear in this episode * What makes Gen Z distinctly different from other generations, from their perspective, and how those differences have impacted how they parent their Gen Zers. * How the way they were parented influenced how they parent their children * How lawnmower parenting affects how Gen Z shows up to the workplace. * Balancing their Gen Z’s passion with respect for authority

Managing the Passion in Gen Z (Part II)

For many Generation Zers, our guests today have provided them with their first job or other valuable resources to prepare them for their future. The Generational View podcast is excited to not only share the necessary work they do, but their insightful perspectives on how to best manage and lead Generation Z.   Our Guests  Danya Perry is Director of Equitable Economic Development and Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion with two large community organizations. He is co-author of two books “Preventing Violence & Crime in America’s Schools: From Put Downs to Lock Downs,”  and “The Secrets for Motivating, Educating, and Lifting the Spirits of African-American Males.” Yarbrah Peeples is Senior Director of Programs for a large college non-profit specializing in college access. She is also Founder and CEO of The Peeples Advantage, which offers specialized coaching and guidance to individuals and groups seeking support on their educational and career journey.   What you’ll hear in this episode: * Coaching a passionate generation in a realistic work environment without putting out their fire * The expectations Gen Z has for the workforce * How can organizations leverage the passion Gen Z has for social issues

Managing the Passion in Gen Z (Part I)

In this episode, we continue to speak with the people who engage with Gen Zers on a daily basis. Throughout the What Gen Z Wants series on The Generational View podcast, you have been enamored and impressed by our Gen Zers, but how will you engage with them, motivate them, retain them as an X, Millennial, Baby Boomer or Gen Zer yourself?  In this two-part series I will speak to four of them…. currently leading our future workforce and upcoming leaders.  Our Guests Pilar McDonald is Co-founder of Project Matriarch, an organization that helps mothers and other caregivers dedicate the time and energy they desire to their work. Lola McAllister is Co-Founder and Co-Director of Project Matriarch and is passionate about entrepreneurship for genuine social good. Alexis Hardy-Wills serves as the National Real Estate Pathway Manager for an organization that provides marginalized high school seniors industry-specific career advancement opportunities through paid internship experiences.  What you’ll hear in this episode * The differences they see in Gen Z compared to other generations and how they manage that * How the organizing capacity of Gen Z can be of benefit to organizations * The benefits that Gen Z brings to the workplace * Balancing the idealism of Gen Z with the reality of the current workplace