Boomers, Zoomers and all Inbetweeners: Tough Conversations, Feedback and Resilience

In this enlightening podcast episode, we continue our series "Boomers and Zoomers and all inbetweeners" and explore Boomers vs Zoomers and the generational differences in resilience. Join Michael Pagnotta and Alisa Grafton as they dive into how Boomers, Zoomers and Inbetweeners approach work-life challenges. Discover the impact of upbringing on generational resilience and strategies for thriving across generations.

This episode features special guest Yvonne Howard, Director of Student Racial Equality, sharing her expert insights on:

✅ How resilience differs across generations
✅ Why Gen Z faces unique challenges in today’s fast-paced, tech-driven world
✅ The role of feedback in building confidence and success

CHAPTERS
00:00 - Introduction
00:04 - Inspiration and Empowerment
00:29 - Welcome and Introduction of Co-host
01:04 - Focus on Resilience
02:25 - Understanding Resilience
03:40 - Generational Differences in Resilience
05:07 - Importance of Resilience in Personal Development
06:12 - Introduction of Special Guest
06:55 - Guest Background and Expertise
08:40 - Feedback and Growth
10:15 - The Role of Feedback in Resilience
11:30 - Generational Expectations of Feedback
12:45 - The Importance of Empathy in Feedback
14:00 - Recognizing Blind Spots
15:30 - The Role of Identity in Resilience
16:50 - Generational Values and Expectations
18:30 - The Impact of Blind Spots Across Generations
20:00 - Productive Discourse Between Generations
21:30 - The Need for Mutual Understanding
23:00 - Gender and Ethnicity in Resilience Discussions
24:30 - The Role of Networks in Resilience
26:00 - Mental Health and Resilience
27:30 - Addressing Mental Health in the Workplace
29:00 - Flexibility in the Workplace
30:30 - Balancing Support and Performance
32:00 - The Role of Managers in Supporting Employees
34:00 - Vulnerability in Leadership
36:00 - The Importance of Trust
37:30 - Two-Way Conversations in the Workplace
39:00 - The Need for Emotional Awareness
40:30 - Summary of Key Points
42:00 - Closing Remarks

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