Generations at Work
Business & Finance
About
Generations at Work is the must-listen podcast for leaders, professionals, and teams striving to bridge the generational divide in today's workplace. Hosted by Dr. Tim Elmore, best-selling author and generational leadership expert, and Susan Davis, Maxwell Leadership Facilitator and Coach, this podcast dives deep into the challenges and opportunities of a multi-generational workforce.Each episode features insightful conversations with industry experts, real-world stories, and actionable strategies to foster collaboration, improve communication, and drive organizational success. Whether you're a seasoned leader managing a diverse team or an emerging professional navigating workplace dynamics, Generations at Work delivers the tools and insights you need to build bridges, not walls between generations.
Episodes
- 034: HR & the Emerging Workforce feat. SHRM CEO Johnny C. Taylor Jr.
This episode features SHRM CEO Johnny C. Taylor Jr. discussing challenges in the multigenerational workforce, including workplace toxicity, technology's behavioral impact, and loneliness. The conversation highlights managing multiple gener…
- 033: From Transactions to Purpose: How to Ignite Gen Z's Ambition
Generations at Work hosts Susan Davis and Dr. Tim Elmore explore how to ignite Gen Z's ambition by moving from transactional incentives to purpose-driven motivation, emphasizing autonomy, skill development, and mentorship.
- 032: Inside the Mind of a Gen Z Professional
Guest Colin Webb joins Generations at Work to discuss the Gen Z professional mindset, sharing his leadership journey from high school to entrepreneurship. The episode covers Gen Z career choices, the need for trust and inspiration, and how…
- 031: Navigating Gen Z's High Expectations in Today's Workforce
Generations at Work episode 031 addresses Gen Z's high expectations, examining influences such as social media and parenting. Hosts Susan Davis and Dr. Tim Elmore provide strategies for leaders to communicate, connect, and offer feedback t…
- 030: Rethinking Productivity: Burnout, Wellbeing, and Generational Shifts on the Job
This episode discusses burnout across different generations in the workplace, featuring guest Brooke Dukes. It challenges the idea that burnout is solely an individual issue, highlighting generational mindsets and systemic causes. The conv…
- 029: Practical Ways to Cultivate a Workplace Culture of Belonging
Dr. Tim Elmore and Dov Baron discuss fostering workplace belonging and meaningful connections across generations. They cover challenges like remote work and technology's impact, offering strategies for leaders to encourage authenticity and…
- 028: Creating an Irresistible Workplace: How to Retain Top Talent from Every Generation
Dr. Tim Elmore and William Vanderbloemen explore creating irresistible workplace cultures to retain talent from all generations. They discuss insights from Vanderbloemen's books, the habits of top performers, and practical strategies for m…
- 027: Why Gen Z Faces Rising Anxiety and How Leaders Can Help
This episode of Generations at Work discusses the rising anxiety faced by Gen Z in the workplace. Hosts Susan Davis and Dr. Tim Elmore explore the impact of technology, social isolation, and workplace culture, offering strategies for leade…
- 026: From Cancel Culture to Resilience: Strategies for Leading Gen Z Employees
Generations at Work episode 026 covers leading Gen Z employees, addressing challenges like cancel culture and offering strategies for resilience. Hosts Susan Davis and Dr. Tim Elmore discuss generational approaches to feedback, conflict, a…
- 025: How to Turn Gen Z From Job Renters to Job Owners
This episode of Generations at Work discusses strategies for building connections with Gen Z employees, addressing generational differences in engagement, and shifting to a mentorship approach. It offers practical advice for fostering owne…
- 024: Keeping Gen Z Engaged: Culture, Mentorship, and Meaningful Work
This episode of Generations at Work features Dr. Tim Elmore and Susan Davis discussing strategies for engaging Generation Z employees, referencing Dr. Elmore's book "The Future Begins with Z." A Gen Z employee shares her experiences, empha…
- 023: Earning the Right: Relationship-Driven Feedback Across Generations
Leadership expert Jeff Hancher joins hosts Susan Davis & Dr. Tim Elmore to discuss delivering effective feedback across generational lines in the workplace. The episode covers how different generations perceive feedback and offers actionab…
- 022: From Multitasking to Innovation: The Gen Z Edge in Today's Workforce
In this episode of Generations at Work, hosts Susan Davis and Dr. Tim Elmore are joined by restaurant owner John Craze to explore the unique strengths and challenges that Gen Z team members bring to the workplace. Drawing from his experien…
- 021: Rethinking Leadership: Connecting with Gen Z's Agency and Diversity
In this episode of Generations at Work, host Susan Davis and guest Dr. Tim Elmore explore key insights from Dr. Elmore's upcoming book, The Future Begins with Z, focusing on how Generation Z is shaping the modern workplace. They discuss Ge…
- 020: Grace and Grit: The Art of Mentoring Young Leaders
In this episode of the Generations at Work podcast, hosts Susan Davis and Dr. Tim Elmore sit down with renowned UCLA coach Sue Enquist to explore strategies for growing into a powerful mentor for the next generation of team members. Sue sh…
- 019: Coping and Hoping: Inside Generation Z's Approach to Work and Life
In this episode of Generations at Work, host Susan Davis and Dr. Tim Elmore focus on the forces that have shaped Generation Z in the workplace. Together, they examine the democratization of the workforce, the shift from top-down management…
- 018: Why Gen Z is Changing the Workplace and How Leaders Can Adapt
In this episode of Generations at Work, hosts Susan Davis and Dr. Tim Elmore kick off a multi-part series exploring Tim's book, The Future Begins with Z. Together, they unpack the growing challenges and opportunities of leading Generation…
- 017: Gen Z and Beyond: Adapting HR and Corporate Culture
In this episode of Generations at Work, hosts Susan Davis and Dr. Tim Elmore are joined by special guest Cami Mackey, Executive Vice President and Chief People Officer at the Atlanta Hawks, to explore how organizations can bridge generatio…
- 016: Cultivating a "Whatever It Takes" Team Culture Across Generations
In this episode of Generations at Work, hosts Susan Davis and Dr. Tim Elmore explore how teams can cultivate a "whatever it takes" attitude across all generations in the workplace. Drawing on research, focus groups, and personal anecdotes,…
- 015: Mastering Feedback: Insights for Leading Multigenerational Teams Effectively
In this episode of Generations at Work, hosts Susan Davis and Dr. Tim Elmore share how to master feedback within multigenerational teams. Together, they unpack how feedback preferences differ from Boomers to Zoomers, highlighting the impor…
- 014: Building Teamwork Across Ages: Stories from Chick fil-A's Multigenerational Staff
In this episode of Generations at Work, host Susan Davis is joined by Dr. Tim Elmore and Chick-fil-A owner-operator Zach Thomas to explore the challenges and rewards of leading a multigenerational workforce in the quick service industry. Z…
- 013: Loyalty, Purpose, and Productivity: Generational Trends in the Workplace
In this episode of Generations at Work, hosts Susan Davis and Dr. Tim Elmore are joined by Barna Research Institute's Matt Randerson to explore how shifting cultural trends and generational differences are reshaping the workplace. Drawing…
- 012: Setting Clear Expectations to Unite Generations at Work
In this episode of Generations at Work, host Susan Davis and generational expert Dr. Tim Elmore explore the crucial role of setting clear expectations to bridge gaps between different generations in the workplace. They discuss why generati…
- 011: Accountability in the Multi-Generational workplace
In this episode of Generations at Work, hosts Susan Davis and Dr. Tim Elmore unpack the complexities of accountability in today's multi-generational workplace. Together, they explore how different generations—from Boomers to Gen Z—perceive…
- 010: Mental Health and the Generations You Work With
In this episode of Generations at Work, host Susan Davis and generational expert Dr. Tim Elmore tackle the complex topic of mental health across multiple generations in the workplace. Together, they explore how perceptions of mental health…
- 009: Navigating Life's "Curves" with Dr. Arthur C. Brooks
In this episode of the Generations at Work podcast, Dr. Tim Elmore sits down with Dr. Arthur C. Brooks to explore how leaders can navigate the evolving stages of life and work with purpose and fulfillment. Drawing on the research of Raymon…
- 008: Understanding the Emerging Generation (Part 2) with David Yeager
In this episode of Generations at Work, hosts Susan Davis and Dr. Tim Elmore continue their discussion with author and psychological scientist Dr. David Yeager on effectively leading and motivating younger generations in the workplace. Dr.…
- 007: Understanding the Emerging Generation (Part 1) with David Yeager
In this episode of Generations at Work, host Susan Davis, generational expert Dr. Tim Elmore, and special guest Dr. David Yeager explore the unique motivations and needs of the emerging generation in the workplace. Drawing on insights from…
- 006: Bridging the Generational Gap with Communication
In this conversation, Tim Elmore and Susan Davis explore the complexities of communication across different generations in the workplace. They discuss the varying communication styles, the widening generational gap, and the importance of e…
- 005: Working with Gen X
In this episode of Generations at Work, host Susan Davis and Dr. Tim Elmore are joined by guests Colin Sewell of the Sewell Family of Companies and Valorie Burton, bestselling author of Successful Women Think Differently. Together, they de…
- 004: Working with Millenials
In this episode of Generations at Work, Susan Davis and Dr. Tim Elmore are joined by Millennial guests Mission Mobile Medical president & CFO Amanda LeFever and bestselling leadership author Ryan Jenkins. In this episode, our hosts and gue…
- 003: Working with Generation Z
In this episode of Generations at Work, host Susan Davis and guest Dr. Tim Elmore sit down with Generation Z members Natalie Letchworth and Christian Jones to delve into the dynamics of working and connecting across generations. Dr. Elmore…
- 002: Expectations and Preferences of Different Generations
In this episode of the Generations at Work podcast, Susan Davis is joined by generational expert Dr. Tim Elmore to explore the complexities of generational dynamics within the workplace. Together, they delve into defining a generation, und…
- 001: Welcome to Generations at Work
In this inaugural episode of Generations at Work, Susan Davis and Dr. Tim Elmore embark on a comprehensive exploration of the diverse generations present in today's workforce and strategies to bridge generational gaps for enhanced producti…
- Introducing School on a Mission Podcast. Premiering August 15th!
Audio Correction: First Episode will drop on August 15th, 2024! Welcome to "School on a Mission," a new podcast co-hosted by Andrew McPeak and Gina Watts, dedicated to exploring the transformative potential of education beyond just grades…
- Becoming a Servant Leader with Christa Campbell
Christa Campbell is a Trustee Scholar and honors student at Boston University studying business strategy and innovation. Although she now lives far from home, Christa grew up in Gwinnett County in Georgia and always loves coming back and s…
- Exciting Updates about the Future of our Podcast!
In this episode, Andrew and Tim announce exciting changes for the podcast, revealing that it will split into two new shows: "School on a Mission" and "Leading the Next Generation with Tim Elmore." "School on a Mission," launching on August…
- Three Skills Students Need to Become Digital Citizens
Digital citizenship is about what constitutes healthy behavior when engaging with others online. If you are a member of Generation X or Baby Boomers and grew up in the United States, you likely received training in civics and etiquette to…
- You Have Three Options When You Face a Loss
Sometimes, when we face hard times or lose something important, we might feel like it defines or limits us. But most people don't know that there are three ways to respond to these challenges. First, we can let them define us, making us sa…
- We Don't Actually Want Our Kids to Be Happy
Are we, as adults, overly fixated on our children's happiness and success? Research suggests that our obsession with these goals might be leading to unintended consequences. We need to reconsider our parenting or leadership priorities and…
- Four Data Points that Should Inform Your Decisions This School Year
We live in a world that has constant concerns about artificial intelligence, gun violence's impact on mental health, and gender disparities in schools. By understanding these issues and taking action, we can create better learning environm…
- Strategies Schools Are Using to Curb Social Media Abuse
These days, we are reading about school decisions regarding smartphone use, ranging from banning portable devices to displaying laissez-faire attitudes regarding phones. Many educators and support staff feel that students' constant access…
- Leading Kids: Is Empathy or Compassion Better?
When empathy grows into compassion, it becomes more helpful for both you and the person for whom you demonstrate it. Empathy feels good to give, but you may feel someone's pain so deeply that you're not even able to act. Compassion allows…
- What the Amish Can Teach Us About Getting Kids Ready for Life
Every teacher, school administrator, coach, youth leader, and parent we know wants to help their kids prepare for the life that awaits them as adults. We want them to be ready to embark on a career after graduation with a sense of self-ass…
- 5 Key Insights Shaping Tomorrow's Leaders with Cam Turner
Leadership across generations is hard, but we believe success in cross-generational leadership begins with listening and empathy. That's what we want to do in our everyday lives. Today, we have a very special episode for our listeners. Joi…
- How to Stop Faking Courage and Actually Practice It
Today, as we all know, it's easy to hide behind a screen and post something that seems courageous, but leaders realize we can and must do better. **I now believe you can't be a good leader without courage**. Peter Drucker once said, "When…
- What Students Say Will Motivate Them Most
Many educators and youth leaders struggle to motivate kids or to keep them engaged for any period of time. It's worth periodically reminding yourself: that students, particularly those who may misbehave often, face struggles when they're n…
- Build the Year You Want
Most people view happiness as a positive emotion. Without thinking, we may say, "I wish I were happy all the time!" However negative emotions play a useful role in our lives. Happiness is not the goal and unhappiness is not the enemy. In t…
- Drunk on Dopamine
We live in a society that loves to "binge" on things we like. These can be addictions to drugs or alcohol, but they can also be simple pleasures like Netflix, TikTok, or even junk food. There's a sort of "seesaw" or "teeter totter" inside…
- Using Purpose to Make Change with Brett Hagler
Please be advised: The sound quality may be affected due to the podcast host and guest being in different locations. We still recommend that you listen to the amazing words of advice from our guest speaker because we believe it is incredib…