The Z Factor: How to Lead Gen Z to Workplace Success


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Innovative, young, and ambitious, Generation Z is ready to make an impact on the world. But they are far different from past generations, and business leaders need to adjust their workplace practices to help this new group of workers succeed. The Z Factor: How to Lead Gen Z to Workplace Success centers around a generation that many professionals don't even have on their radar. Gen Zers, born in 1997 and beyond, are bringing unique skills, values, and mindsets to work. Author Rohin Shahi noticed that many think Gen Zers are simply "millennials on steroids." As a Gen Zer himself, he wanted to shed light on a generation that has been largely mislabeled and stereotyped. You will love this book if you are curious about this newest group of workers, whether you're a Gen Zer yourself or an experienced business leader who wants to create a welcoming, sustainable and growth-oriented culture for the next generation of workers. Drawing from experienced industry psychologists, recent studies, and personal insight, Shahi provides a simple approach to bridging generational gaps and helping Gen Z grow and thrive.




Generation Z in the Workplace


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In Generation Z in the Workplace, multigenerational workplace expert Dr. Candace Steele Flippin offers research-based insights and easy to follow exercises designed to help young workers build successful careers and positive relationships with their supervisors. By distilling her research down into practical tips for members of Gen Z and their supervisors, Generation Z in the Workplace provides a roadmap for a productive work environment.Gen Z workers will discover:*How to communicate and work with others generations *The benefits of building a support network *How to make the most of less-than-ideal first jobs*Why it makes sense to learn the "traditional" way of doing things at work*How to create a career development planSupervisors of Gen Z workers will learn:*How to prevent "job hopping" and keep Gen Z workers happy for the long term*How to help Gen Z workers grow even if promotions are not available*What are Generation Z's top career priorities*Why fast promotions are so important for Gen Z workers*What Gen Z wants from their managers to help them succeed




Gen Z @ Work


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A generations expert and author of When Generations Collide and The M-Factor teams up with his seventeen-year-old son to introduce the next influential demographic group to join the workforce—Generation Z—in this essential study, the first on the subject. They were born between between 1995 and 2012. At 72.8 million strong, Gen Z is about to make its presence known in the workplace in a major way—and employers need to understand the differences that set them apart. They’re radically different than the Millennials, and yet no one seems to be talking about them—until now. This generation has an entirely unique perspective on careers and how to succeed in the workforce. Based on the first national studies of Gen Z’s workplace attitudes; interviews with hundreds of CEOs, celebrities, and thought leaders on generational issues; cutting-edge case studies; and insights from Gen Zers themselves, Gen Z @ Work offers the knowledge today’s leaders need to get ahead of the next gaps in the workplace and how best to recruit, retain, motivate, and manage Gen Zers. Ahead of the curve, Gen Z @ Work is the first comprehensive, serious look at what the next generation of workers looks like, and what that means for the rest of us.




The Z Factor


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Step Into the Future: Master the Workforce Evolution Imagine a future where ambitious startups and storied corporations alike are brimming with vivacious talent who've never known a world without the internet; a workforce that values authenticity, digital literacy, and social responsibility. This is not the makings of a distant utopia, but the imminent reality of "The Z Factor: Transforming Business for the Next Generation". At the heart of this revolutionary book lies the emergence of Generation Z--the digital natives reshaping the very fabric of the modern workplace. Delve into the nuanced understanding of what the Z factor truly entails and how it's permanently altering corporate landscapes. Your guide through this journey will be an immersive tapestry of insights, profiling a generation defined not only by their virtual fluency but also by their drive for innovation, sustainability, and a deep-seated desire for meaningful work. Unveil the portrait of Gen Z by exploring their values and expectations, and mastermind strategies that resonate with this new wave of employees. Recognise that recruiting this avant-garde talent requires more than just traditional methods. Learn how leveraging social media and digital platforms is crucial in attracting and engaging these trailblazers. The technological prowess of Gen Z is unrivalled--an asset for any forward-thinking business. Understand how to harness disruptive technologies, such as AI and VR, and cultivate cybersecurity and privacy infrastructures that align with the expectations and skills of the Gen Z worker. Redefine leadership by learning how to foster flexible hierarchies that pave the way for mentorship and collaborative growth. Discover how creating inclusive and agile workspaces can balance the dichotomy of physical and remote arrangements, and how this balance can amplify productivity and satisfaction across the board. Delving into "The Z Factor" is akin to holding a crystalline orb that offers a clear vision of the decisive shifts required in corporate philosophies to flourish in today's multicultural, intergenerational, and digital-first world. This book is not simply a manual but a transformational journey that promises to equip leaders, HR professionals, and visionary entrepreneurs with the knowledge and tools to thrive amidst the inevitable rise of Gen Z. Don't merely adapt to the changes--embrace and lead them. "The Z Factor: Transforming Business for the Next Generation" is your companion to inspire, challenge, and pioneer the workplace of tomorrow.




Managing Generation Z


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Expert advice on attracting, training, managing, retaining, and succeeding with America's newest generation of hard-working, tech-savvy employees. A new generation is entering the American workforce—Gen Z, the age cohort born after 1996. Having grown up with smartphones, social media, emoji-speak, helicopter parenting, and no expectation of privacy, Gen Z has a unique culture and working style that can be baffling to their Millennial, Gen X, and Baby Boomer managers. In Managing Generation Z, Robin Paggi, a veteran HR manager, and Kat Clowes, an educational consultant who has worked with hundreds of Gen Z'ers, join forces to give employers and managers a practical, easy-to-understand guide to the new generation defining the future of work. Based on Clowes's in-depth knowledge of Gen Z habits and Paggi's real-world experience of how generational miscommunications can cause expensive personnel problems, Managing Generation Z gives managers at all levels a plan for getting quality work from Gen Z employees while avoiding cultural clashes at the office. Gen Z is highly educated, extraordinarily tech-savvy, eager to meet expectations, and loyal to employers, but many Gen Z workers have never been trained in the basics of professionalism, workplace communication, and the unwritten social rules older generations instinctively expect. Managing Generation Z teaches managers how to bridge the communication styles between Gen Z and older colleagues, how to train Gen Z staff to make work objectives clear, and how to evaluate and correct Gen Z employees so they will listen, accept, learn, and improve. Like having an expert HR manager at your fingertips, Managing Generation Z is essential reading for both front-line supervisors and C-level executives who want to get the most from the newest generation in the workforce.




The Generation Z Guide


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The Generation Z Guide equips professionals to improve recruitment, enhance engagement, and effectively train and develop the post-Millennial generation. Born after 1998, Generation Z ranges from those entering high school, completing undergraduate college, and starting careers. Generation Z is very different than Millennials and their rapid entrance into the workforce is increasing the complexity of managing and working across generations. In fact, 62 percent of Generation Z anticipate challenges working with Baby Boomers and Generation X. Generation Z has never known a Google-free world. Growing up during the most accelerated and game-changing periods of technological advancements in history has imprinted Generation Z with new behaviors, preferences, and expectations of work, communication, leadership, and much more. The Generation Z Guide's insights are research based and the applications are marketplace tested. Learn from leading companies on how best to attract, engage, and lead Generation Z.




A Leader's Guide to Unlocking Gen Z


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This book version is in full color and ideal for teams and group learning! Hannah Grady Williams-a 23-year-old Gen Z'r herself-gives leaders a rare glimpse into Gen Z's worldview and provides practical tools they can implement immediately. After graduating from college at 18, Hannah set out to consult firms, from start-ups to Fortune 500 companies, including the likes of Chick-fil-A franchises and 9Round Fitness. You've read articles about the next generation at work. You know Gen Z is more diverse, entrepreneurially driven, and technologically savvy than any other generation. But why should you care? And more importantly: What's the first step your organization should take to embrace and lead Gen Z effectively? This isn't your traditional textbook report. It's your no-BS guide to connect with Gen Z in the workplace, simplifying how leaders and recruiters can adapt their strategies to attract, retain, engage, and lead the next generation of employees, with actionable, step-by-step assessments and exercises. When companies hire Gen Zers, they are no longer hiring just an employee-they are hiring a brand. Gen Z brings digital consumer expectations to the workplace, demands innovation and efficiency, and shares some surprisingly "old-fashioned" habits with their Gen X and baby boomer colleagues. Yes, there are some stark differences from their millennial predecessors, and you'll want to hear them straight from the voice of Gen Z. In A Leader's Guide to Unlocking Gen Z, Hannah Grady Williams answers these questions: Who is Gen Z . . . and why do you need to know?What is the "NarcisStory" and why must leaders understand it to effectively recruit, retain, and communicate with Gen Z?What do HR executives, recruiters, business owners, and forward-thinking managers need to do to remain relevant? What are simple steps leaders and companies can take with Gen Z to unlock their potential? Gen Z is rewriting how we do business, and these are decisive times. Companies who adapt now will have the competitive edge, and A Leader's Guide to Unlocking Gen Z is the key to unlocking the potential of this high-performing and rapidly emerging generation.




The M-Factor


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From Lynne C. Lancaster and David Stillman, the nationally recognized generational experts and authors of When Generations Collide, comes the definitive guide to “Millennials” (those born between 1982 and 2000) in the workplace—what they want, how they think, and how to unlock their talents to your organization’s advantage. If you enjoyed the insights in It’s Okay to Be the Boss, you need to read The M-Factor, destined to become “the” business book on this Millennial generation in the workplace.




Harnessing the Potential of Digital Post-Millennials in the Future Workplace


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This book offers strategic leaders with essential information for their most important role: the change management function of positioning the organization for success into the future. To do so, leaders need to sort through a myriad of forecasts, predictions and weak indicators of change to make timely decisions. This volume addresses the most critical factor for future success: people and, specifically, harnessing the potential the current youth cohort will bring when they join the full-time workforce. Drawing on multi-disciplinary analyses by 37 researchers, the book presents an integrative assessment of the characteristics that those in the current youth cohort are likely to bring to the workplace. The focus is on those born after 2005 with an examination of the implications of this cohort being raised from birth immersed in an increasingly omnipresent digital environment which extends far beyond social media. The authors see the coming ‘digital tsunami’ as creating disruptive effects across major elements of our economy and even society however optimistically conclude that the digital environment and the development of 21st Century skills in schools will equip the next generation with essential competencies, attitudes, social skills and work goals. The key to harnessing the potential of this generation will be to modify current human resources and workplace practices which will mean sweeping away much of the ‘boomer’ legacy that this cohort has imprinted on organizations. To assist leaders, the book goes beyond presenting a rich portrait of who these youth may become by providing practical recommendations for the changes that need to start now in order to position the organization to benefit from what they will bring. As the astute strategic leader knows: objects in the future can be closer than they appear.




Gentelligence


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"Vital for any organization with multigenerational staffs, and for marketers, public relations professionals, HRD managers, or executives." Library Journal, Starred Review Gentelligence: The Revolutionary Approach to Leading an Intergenerational Workforce presents a transformative way to end the generational wars once and for all. This book first introduces Gentelligence as a powerful business strategy and shows why it is critical for the future of work. It then presents a practical guide and a call to action for leaders of all ages to unlock the potential strengths of each generation. Readers will learn how an intergenerational workforce can be reframed as a profound business opportunity and discover how Gentelligence can help them win the talent war, create strong, diverse teams, and build adaptable cultures that will flourish in an era of rapid change. Gentelligence shares groundbreaking evidence that will have readers thinking about their generationally diverse workforce in an entirely different way. Readers will discover: Where generational conflict originates, and how it results in both dangerous ageism and reverse ageism in today’s workplaces. Why the generation gap stems from a misunderstanding of shared core values across all generations. How to find essential common ground with colleagues, both older and younger, and recognize the unique needs that come with different generational identities. How generational shaming leads us to view those from other generations as competitors rather than collaborators, further damaging employee engagement, team dynamics, innovation, and organizational culture. How leveraging the unique strengths of each generation at work can lead to a win-win outcome for all. How traditional views on leadership have been turned upside down as a result of new generational dynamics, with many employees currently being led by managers that are younger than themselves, and older leaders struggling to make sense of changing norms around authority and power. Gentelligence reveals the opportunities within an intergenerational workforce and provides actionable tools to help leaders build Gentelligent organizations. Unlike other books on generational leadership, this book rejects common stereotypes assigned to different generations, replacing them with a deep understanding of why those who grew up in different times may behave in unique and valuable, ways. We challenge leaders to go beyond simply accepting generational differences to leverage them proactively to increase engagement, innovation, and organizational success.